The Panasonic S5 is a powerful full frame video camera but does have some limitations. Let’s break down the video features of this new camera and see how it compares to Sony, Canon and others!
Video Timestamps:
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- 0:00 Intro
- 0:31 Sensor
- 1:09 Body, Stabilization and I/O
- 4:01 Resolutions and Frame Rates
- 8:26 Anamorphic and V-Log
- 9:10 Autofocus
- 12:02 Audio
- 12:42 Other Video Features
- 13:30 Final Recommendations
Gear Mentioned:
- Panasonic S5
- USB-C Battery for the S5
- Panasonic S1
- Panasonic S1H
- Panasonic GH5
- Panasonic XLR Adapter
- Sony A7S III
- Sony A7 III
- Fujifilm X-T4
Panasonic S5 Pros and Cons:
- Pros:
- Full frame 35mm sensor
- Smaller body than the S1
- Flip out screen
- In body stabilization 5.9K and other raw modes over HDMI (with firmware update)
- 4K 60p HD 180p slow motion 10-bit 4:2:2
- V-Log included
- Good low light
- Anamorphic mode
- Improved video
- AF Fantastic video assist features
- Cons:
- 30 minute record limit in some modes
- 4K 60 is cropped to APS-C LongGOP only (No ALL-I recording)
- Low data rates
- AF while improved still can’t compete with other cameras
- Rolling shutter could be improved
DISCLAIMERS: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. This camera was loaned to me from Panasonic for this review. I will not be keeping this camera. This review and it’s content was not reviewed or paid for by outside persons or manufacturers.