Panasonic Lumix S5 II with 20-60mm, 50mm and 70-300mm Lens Kit

The Panasonic Lumix S5 II with 20-60mm, 50mm and 70-300mm Lens Kit pairs two versatile zoom lens and a popular standard prime with advanced full-frame hybrid features for stills and video creators.

Key Features

Lumix S5 II

• Newly developed 24 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor with phase-detect AF points
• First Lumix Hybrid Phase Detection Autofocus with 779-area metering
• Co-developed imaging engine from the L2 technology partnership with Leica
• 4:2:0 10-bit 6K (3:2) and 5.9K (16:9) at 30fps and 4:2:2 C4K and 4K at up to 60fps internal
• HFR (High Frame Rate) recording up to 120fps as well as up to 180fps Slow & Quick capture
• 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut and new REAL TIME LUT function
• Waveform Monitor, Vectorscope and Zebra Pattern now added following feedback
• Capture 48kHz/24-bit audio and high-resolution 96kHz/24-bit recording with external and XLR microphones
• Dual UHS-II SD card slots support Relay Recording, Backup Recording and Allocation Recording
• Up to 9fps burst in mechanical shutter and 30fps with electronic shutter (up to 300 images)
• 96 megapixel High Resolution Mode
• Dual Native ISO sensitivity for cleaner results
• Upgraded 5-axis image stabilisation system with new Active I.S. for smoother video recording
• Updated ergonomics with new 8-way joystick, expanded drive dial, 3.0-inch free-angle touch-control monitor and large, 3,680K-dot OLED Live View Finder
• Full-sized HDMI Type-A terminal, high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Wi-Fi 5GHz
• Improved heat dissipation without increasing body size for unlimited recording in key video modes
• Sturdy body made from magnesium alloy die-cast front and rear frames with a splash and dust resistant construction

20-60mm Lens

• Versatile zoom range for indoor and outdoor subjects
• Dust, splash and freeze-resistant design
• Excellent close-up performance with 0.43x magnification and 0.15m closest focusing distance
• Ideal for video recording with fast, accurate autofocus and smooth aperture changes
• Outstanding sharpness and resolution throughout the entire zoom range
• Compact 67mm filter thread and lightweight design of just 350g

50mm Lens

• Excellent sharpness and high resolution
• 9-bladed circular aperture diaphragm renders beautiful bokeh
• Bright f/1.8 aperture provides a shallow depth of field and great low light performance
• Lens measures 82mm long and weighs just 300g, with a compact 67mm filter thread
• Rugged dust/splash resistant design for any outdoor conditions
• Ideal for video creation with adjustable focus ring control setting, fast, accurate autofocus and smooth aperture changes

70-300mm Lens

• 11 blade circular aperture for silky smooth out of focus bokeh
• Versatile macro performance with 0.54m close-focus and 1:2 magnification
• Superb optical design with 17 elements in 11 groups (2 ED lenses, 1 UED lens, 1 UHR lens)
• Designed to endure all weather conditions with dust and moisture resistance operating between -10? to 40?
• Built-in optical stabilisation system to capture sharper images

Panasonic Lumix S5 II with 20-60mm, 50mm and 70-300mm Lens Kit Summary

Arriving from  with key performance upgrades inside and out, the Panasonic Lumix S5 II with 20-60mm and 50mm Twin Lens Kit offers content creators a versatile kit from the outset. The two lenses offer distinct advantages, with a versatile variable aperture compact zoom and a fast 9-bladed wide aperture prime. These are capable of capturing everything from huge landscapes and street photography, to intimate portraits and general shooting, while both excel for video recording, thanks to fast AF and silent operation.

The second generation camera body is a high-performance full-frame hybrid, having been subject to extensive upgrades inside and out. These include a brand new 24 megapixel full-frame sensor alongside a new imaging engine, which was co-developed with Leica. These two components deliver unbeatable performance with the first ever Hybrid Phase Detection Autofocus seen in a Lumix camera.

 

Whether you’re recording 6K 4:2:0 10-bit or 5.9K (16:9) at 30fps internally, or bursting stills at up to 30fps in electronic shutter mode, the Lumix S5 II handles virtually any situation with ease.

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Panasonic Lumix S5 II with 20-60mm and 50mm Twin Lens Kit in More Detail

May 9th, 2023new firmware update 2.0 is available for the Lumix S5 II

This provides RAW output over HDMI (Requires Software Upgrade Key DWW-SFU2). In addition to ProRes RAW, Blackmagic RAW is now available for the Panasonic Lumix S5 II and there is also additional support for  and  , on top of existing support for the Ninja V+.

Firmware updates to the external recording devices may be required in order to realise these recording modes. Live View Composite is also available (Pre-installed in the  ). All recording mode can be set as follows:

					59.94Hz	50.00Hz
Full-frame	5.9K	16:9	5888×3312	12-bit	29.97p 23.98p	25.00p
APS-C	4.1K	17:9	4128×2176	12-bit	59.94p 29.97p 23.98p	50.00p 25.00p
	3.5K	4:3	3536×2656	12-bit	29.97p 23.98p	50.00p 25.00p

*Please refer to the ATOMOS website for the information on the corresponding firmware version of ATOMOS Ninja V+, ATOMOS Ninja V or ATOMOS Shogun CONNECT.

*Software that supports ProRes RAW is required to edit RAW video recorded with ATOMOS Ninja V+ or ATOMOS Ninja V. Apply the LUT (Look up table) available on the following customer supports site to make the same colour grading as V-Log/V-Gamut

https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/lut/s1h_raw_lut/

*Please refer to the Blackmagic Design website for the information on the corresponding firmware version of the Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR.

*DaVinci Resolve or DaVinci Resolve Studio is required to play back and edit Blackmagic RAW data. DaVinci Resolve Studio is required to deliver projects using Blackmagic RAW data in resolutions over 3840×2160.

*All functions may not be available depending on the situation.

This could just be the perfect time to  and update to the enhanced Lumix S5 II.

 

Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 Lens (S-S50)

The first lens in this twin lens kit is a bright aperture full-frame prime, perfect for a huge variety of subjects from portraits and street photography to video. An advanced optical design within the Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 Lens is made from 9 elements in 8 groups. These include 3 ASPH, 1 ED and 1 UHR lenses to minimise aberrations and ensure superb resolution. The results are spectacular with high sharpness and resolution from the centre to the edges of the frame.

You can enjoy beautiful bokeh from the wide maximum aperture, which features a 9-bladed diaphragm, which provides a wealth of creative opportunities, especially in low light.

 

Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 L-mount Lens (S-R2060)

The Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 L-Mount lens is a versatile zoom, which is lightweight and compact enough to bring on any adventures. A high quality optical design includes 11 elements in 9 groups, with 2 ASPH, 3 ED and 1 UHR to minimise aberrations and ensure high resolution results.

With an ultra-wide 20mm maximum width the Lumix S 20-60mm is useful for photos and videos, to capture epic grand landscapes, interiors and everyday snapshots. A maximum 0.43x magnification at 0.15m with focal length 26mm and minimum focusing distance of 0.15m (0.4m at 60mm), provides a great lens for close-ups of diverse subjects.

You’ll be able to continue shooting even in harsh conditions, thanks to a dust and splash-resistant construction, which also allow you to shoot in temperatures as low as -10 °C. The Panasonic  offers fast, accurate autofocus and smooth aperture changes, perfect for content creators who capture stills and videos.

 

Panasonic Lumix S5 II Camera with new AF performance

The L2 Technology partnership formed by LEICA and Lumix has resulted in a new imaging engine being developed, along with a new 24-megapixel sensor. The result is the Lumix S5 II (and simultaneously announced  are the first  to offer Hybrid Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF).

The camera uses a new Phase Hybrid AF system which combines PDAF with Contrast Detect AF for fast and dependable autofocus capabilities, while providing 779-area metering and a new Pinpoint AF. This new AF system can detect target subjects in difficult conditions such as low light, or when backlit and once locked on, will continue tracking even with other moving objects in the frame. Continuous AF during zooming1 and AF micro adjustment are also available.

1 Conventional zoom lenses require firmware update to use Continuous AF during zooming.

Versatile video options

The S5 II new engine presents a range of video recording capabilities, including internal:

• 6K 4:2:0 10-bit (3:2) at 30fps
• 5.9K (16:9) at 30fps
• C4K and 4K 4:2:2 at up to 60fps

A new low-profile heat management system has also been developed, which ensures unlimited recording times1 without increasing the size of the camera body. The Lumix S5 II camera body also support HFR (High Frame Rate) recording at up to 120fps and Slow & Quick capture at up to 180fps.

A range of picture profiles provide the ability to record 14+ stops of dynamic range when using V-Log/V-Gamut, as well as a new REAL TIME LUTfunction. This allows you to upload colour grading LUTs from an  which are directly applied in-camera, rather than after recording in post-production.

Features such as Waveform Monitor, Vectorscopeand Zebra Patternhave also been added in response to requests from professional users, along with System Frequency (24.00Hz) and Synchro Scan, amongst other pro features.

 

Audio capabilities have also been enhanced, with clear and realistic 48kHz/24-bit audio, which can be recorded via the built-in mic, or an  . High-resolution 96kHz/24-bit recording is also possible when using external and XLR microphones, bringing the S5 II closer in-line with audio capabilities first introduced on the  , simply add the  for XLR audio capabilities.

1When the camera is used at recommended operating temperature 0-40 degrees C. 6K and 5.9K at 30p/25p video recording stops once when continuous recording time exceeds 30 minutes if [Thermal Management] is set to [STANDARD].

2Requires USB-LAN adapter, sold separately.

Professional-level photo and video capabilities

Thanks to a series of new and improved features the Lumix S5 II is capable of delivering truly stunning photo and video performance. Capture all the action with high-speed burst shooting at up to 9fps with mechanical shutter and 30fps when using electronic shutter, for up to 300 images.

High Resolution Mode is available for RAW and JPEG to create astounding 96-megapixel stitched shots, while Dual Native ISO sensitivity minimises noise and provides a maximum ISO of 51200 (up to 204800 when extended).

Brilliant handling for solo creators

A highly refined shooting experience allows creators to achieve excellent results with a more streamlined workflow thanks to features such as AWB Lock, MF Assist(available for both video1 and photo) and a new Live Cropfunction, which records video footage using the entire sensor surface enabling the user to crop 4K and FHD images afterwards.

A new easy-to-operate 8-way joystick further enhances usability as does the expanded drive dial, 3.0-inch free-angle touch-control monitor and large, 3,680K-dot OLED Live View Finder.

1Up to 60p. Does not work in Variable Frame Rate mode.

Enhanced image stabilisation

The Lumix S5 II also boasts an upgraded 5-axis image stabilisation system, to improve handheld shooting across a wide range of conditions and situations. New Active I.S. delivers highly stable video recording by optimising horizontal, verticaland rotationalcorrection, with up to 200%2 improvement compared to conventional stabilisation. Active I.S. is especially effective in what would typically be challenging conditions for handheld shooting, such as recording while using telephoto lenses or while walking.

1Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=200mm when S-E70200 is used. Firmware must be updated to the latest version.

2Compared with Lumix S5. Focal length 20mm, when using S-R2060.

Robust reliability and better connectivity

The camera is built to robust standards for demanding use in the field, with magnesium alloy die-cast front and rear frames plus a splash and dust resistant1 construction.

Connectivity has been improved over the previous model, with the LUMIX S5II featuring a full-size HDMI Type A terminal, high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2 and a cable lock holder to prevent unwanted unplugging. Wireless connectivity has been improved too, adding Wi-Fi 5GHz2 to 2.4GHz, which provides a fast, stable connection with smartphones and tablets. Dual card slots (both UHS-II) support Relay Recording, Backup Recording and Allocation Recording and the 2200mAh high-capacity battery can be recharged via AC or USB.

1 Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this lens is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.

Huge range of accessories

Discover a wide range of  to extend your creative potential, and if you’ve upgraded from the first generation body you can continue using the same batteries, grip, memory cards and other accessories.

•  as well as third party mics including the  
• The camera is compatible with UHS-I/UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards and UHS-II Video Speed Class 90 standard SDXC Memory Cards.
• Add a spare  (same as S5), which also fits the compatible

Extensive L-Mount lens line-up

Along with the two included lenses, you’ll discover a diverse range of accessories, users can enjoy building an extensive collection of  from Panasonic, Leica, Sigma and third party manufactures such as Laowa. Options include the  , which launched at the same time as this camera and lens kit, with numerous focal lengths, suitable for stills and video capture.

Regular firmware updates to enhance functionality

Panasonic is well known for enhancing camera performance through regular firmware updates and have already announced a pending update, which will add new functions including RAW data output and Live View Composite.

Discover more

Alongside this standardcamera twin lens kit, Panasonic has released a single lens kit and a video-centric X matte black body, which you can learn more about in our  . Options include:

• Lumix S5 II with 20-60mm and 50mm Twin Lens Kit

Panasonic Lumix S5 II Sample photos

Fairground with  @200mm. Camera settings: 1/400 sec. f/4.0. ISO 800

 

Landscape with  @68mm. Camera settings: 1/125 sec. f/5.6. ISO 400

 

Biker with  @43mm. Camera settings: 1/800 sec. f/8. ISO 250

 

Portrait (no lens data) @85mm. Camera settings: 1/20 sec. f/1.8. ISO 100

 

Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. Lens L Mount

The S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. telephoto lens from Panasonic provides full frame L mount photographers with a versatile option for their  . With a high quality design and built-in optical stabilisation this model can be trained on a wide range of subjects from sports, wildlifeand action, to portraitsand close-up macro photography. Stabilisation supports hand-held work during low light situations to deliver sharper results as light levels dip, regardless of whether capturing video or shooting stills. The optical design includes four special glass elements (2 ED lenses, 1 UED lens and 1 UHR lens) ensuring this telephoto option renders high resolution results with minimal chromatic aberrations.

The 11 bladed circular aperture portrays extra smooth rounded bokeh and helps to isolate the subject when this effect is desired for example when isolating a portrait subject, sports person, animal or bird. This allows photographers to create more three dimensional images with a pin sharp subject against a smooth out of focus background. The ability to also capture 1:2 macro images provides yet more versatility with endless compositional opportunities for close-ups, adding a desirable option to the growing number of  .

Optional Accessories

• provides ultraviolet reduction and protects the front element
• cuts down glare and enhances blue skies
• for filmmaking and long exposures

Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. Lens L Mount Specifications

Lens Construction	17 elements in 11 groups (2 ED lenses, 1 UED lens, 1 UHR lens)
Mount	L-Mount
Optical Image Stabilizer	Yes
Focal Length	f=70-300mm
Aperture Type	11 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
Maximum Aperture	F4.5 (Wide) – F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum Aperture	F22
Closest Focusing Distance	0.54m/1.77ft (at focal length 70mm) / 0.74m/2.43ft (at focal length 300mm)
Maximum Magnification	0.5x (at focal length 300mm)
Diagonal Angle of View	34°(Wide) – 8.3°(Tele)
Dust and Splash Resistant	Yes*
Recommended Operating Temperature	-10? to 40? (14? to 104?)
Filter Size	f77mm
Max. Diameter	f84.0mm / 3.31inch
Overall Length	Approx.148.0mm / 5.83inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Weight	Approx. 790g / 1.75lb (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood)
Standard Accessories	Lens cap, Lens rear cap, Lens hood

 

What’s in the Box

• Panasonic Lumix S5 II X Matte Black Video Edition full-frame L-Mount Camera Body
• Body Cap
• Hot Shoe Cover
• Cover for the Battery Grip Connector
• Shoulder Strap
• Battery Pack
• Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for L-Mount
• Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 Lens for L-Mount
• Lens Cap x2
• Lens Hood x2
• Lens Rear Cap x2
• Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. Lens
• Lens cap
• Lens rear cap
• Lens hood

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