Lumix S5 II

The Panasonic Lumix S5 II represents a significant milestone: phase-detect autofocus arrived in the Lumix S-series for the first time, replacing the contrast-detect system that had held back the otherwise excellent S5 in subject-tracking scenarios. The 24.2MP full-frame sensor with dual native ISO, 6-stop IBIS, and L-mount compatibility inherits the S5's excellent video credentials — V-Log, 6K oversampled 4K, 4K/60p — while adding AF that is now competitive with Sony and Canon hybrid cameras. The S5 II's video colour science, particularly in V-Log, is among the best available in a hybrid camera. For cinematographers, video-first hybrid shooters, and content creators who want full-frame cinematic results with professional AF performance, the S5 II closes the gap that prevented many video professionals from choosing the original S5.