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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 93 reviews

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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Customers have good things to say about the LUMIX S5's image quality, frequently praising its ability to capture excellent photos and videos, even in low-light conditions. The camera's ease of use and compact size are also frequently highlighted as positive aspects. Many appreciate the range of features offered at its price point. Overall, customer feedback points to a highly capable and user-friendly camera.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Autofocus

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    S5 is a winner.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The autofocus is widely know to be inferior to that off the other camera titans but for stills however, its very good. I wanted to learn and master the art of manual focusing, and the Panasonic S5 will forced me to take my shots with more thought. I have only owned Sony cameras and relied heavily on their god tiered autofocus, dooming myself in the process by stopping my growth as a photographer. I wanted more control of my pictures. The L-mount ecosystem is starting to grow and the 20-60 kit lens is fantastic. I can't really speak for the video features on it, even though that's where most of its strengths lie within, but it's nice knowing it's capable of being a lite cinema camera. All for $2000 is quite the steal! I love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. We are happy that the S5 camera meets your expectation. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Size, Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great value product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the perfect camera. Hands down. Having used everything from the GH3, GH5, S1R and S1, I can say this is a happy combination of everything. From stellar performance and incredible video capabilities to the amazing image quality and size. It really cant be beat!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Autofocus

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best video/photo hybrid camera today!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best bang for the buck if you are looking for the best video/photo hybrid camera today! The customization on this camera makes it almost the same level as dedicated cinema camera. On top of that, you get a fantastic photo camera as well. I admit that L mount lenses are less in selection and high on the price. I'm happy with the kit lens as it's one of a kind for a kit lens with a great zoom range and decent auto focus capability. I have Sigma MC-21 that I can use my Canon lenses and it's working nicely.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear you are enjoying the product! -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely amazed by what this camera can do. Seriously capable of filmmaking and high quality photography.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Your feedback means a lot to us. We're glad you're pleased with our product and the 5-star rating you've given us. -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance, Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, would highly recommend. Great quality easy to use

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear you are enjoying the product! -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like it, I don't use it for video but it takes good pictures, doesn't disappoint. Sometime's things can be confusing but usually the problems fix themselves.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are so grateful for your 5-star review. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community. -A Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing value for the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely love this camera. I bought it mainly for video use, but the photo quality is outstanding as well. It took me hours of comparing cameras online, but this was the right choice for me. Very pleased with the quality and size, especially for the cost, no regrets with this purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    LUMIX S5

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent camera. Micro USB is a bit of a downer, but no complaints in general use

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Hi Jacob! Thank you for your positive feedback on the LUMIX S5 and for the 4 stars review! We’re glad to hear the camera is meeting your expectations overall. We appreciate your note about the Micro USB and will keep user feedback like yours in mind as we continue to improve our products! - F Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT alternative to the a7iii!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was debating between this and the Sony A7iii and I am so pleased I went with the Panasonic! I am not a professional, so I just need it mainly for real estate photos as well as other videos and travel. Having a 20mm options with a stock lens was why I decided to get the Lumix, and so far it has been a great decision. Excellent photos, excellent video, minor learning curve (I previously came from an entry lever DSLR so I knew my basics) but once I personalized the buttons everything went so much smooth. Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that you're pleased with your decision to choose our product. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you continue to enjoy capturing beautiful photos and videos with your Lumix! -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Autofocus

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    LUMIX S5 Rocks

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This camera is everything I wanted it to be and more. The picture is gorgeous (I’ve played around with all of the picture profiles but CinelikeD suits me perfectly) and it’s great in low light. The auto focus isn’t the best but it’s not horrible either. All in all a terrific cinema camera for a very decent price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear you are enjoying the product! Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Mirrorless Cinema Camera HANDS DOWN

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wow…wow…WOW. Hands down THE best camera I have ever used. I’m coming from a very old and EXTREMELY video limited Nikon D3100 dslr. The S5 blows anything I have seen out of the water. It is truly a cinema camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the product, thank you for the 5 stars! -A Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This is a great new camera

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is an investment that I have made and right now I am excited too get this camera and enjoy my new journey. Video looks amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the glowing review! We're so happy to see our product meets your expectations. -C Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best full frame camera right now

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great small full frame camera! I like the grip on this camera, the color and the video quality you get from 4K is astounding! Definitely would recommend this camera to videographers!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera, especially for video. You can get super high-quality video with minimal effort and the only time limit is your battery life. I've also been able to take some pretty impressive low-light concert photos and create high-quality content for bands, musicians, bars, and music venues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback! -C Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really like this Panasonic camera. I plan to use it again soon at a family reunion.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Hi Crisg! Thank you for the glowing review. We're so happy to hear that you like the DC-S5 camera and that it's become a go-to for your special moments. We hope it captures many wonderful memories at your upcoming family reunion. Thank you for sharing your experience with us! -C Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best camera for the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best camera I’ve owned so far. It takes great pictures and easy to use. The LCD is beautiful

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your feedback! We are happy to hear the product meets your expectations. -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    As expected

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome product in great condition. Very friendly staff

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Hi there! We’re thrilled to receive your 5-star feedback! Thank you for being a valued customer and sharing your experience. - S Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Was hype about all around photography/videographer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I see this camera as a starter/novice use for someone like me. But is it worth buying almost 2-3K cost? No. I should have gotten relatively cheaper for the same basic function I tend to use as a beginner like me.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback! -C Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great full-frame camera!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Panasonic Lumix S5 is a great full-frame mirrorless camera for enthusiasts and some professional photographers have switched over to it too! The colors are great right out of the camera as .jpg and the RAW and HLG file formats have great dynamic range for color grading! The kit lens is good for close-in shots and some landscape photography. The high dynamic range for video looks really good in 4k HLG format on HDR tv's and monitors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are thrilled to have you as part of the PANASONIC family! Thank you for sharing your kind words with us. We look forward to hearing from you again soon! Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Five Stars!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been using this camera for professional purposes and I could not be happier. It works better than expected and I never had one single problem. Definitely the most reliable place to purchase technology products.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We're thrilled to hear that our camera has exceeded your expectations and has been a reliable companion for your work. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we appreciate your trust in our technology products. -M Panasonic

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