Panasonic's game-changing L-Mount body — 24.2MP with phase-detect hybrid AF, IBIS, and unlimited 4K recording.
The Panasonic Lumix S5 II was released in 2023 as the second-generation S5, introducing a genuine hybrid phase-detection autofocus system — the original S5 used contrast-detect only (DFD) with no phase detection. 24.2MP full-frame CMOS. C4K/4K at 60fps (10-bit 4:2:2). 5-axis IBIS (5.0 stops / 6.5 stops Dual IS). DMW-BLK22. At approximately 740g with battery.
24.2MP full-frame CMOS (35.6×23.8mm). New hybrid PDAF system (fundamental architecture change over S5's contrast-only AF). C4K/4K at 60fps (10-bit 4:2:2, unlimited recording); also 6K open-gate. 5-axis IBIS rated 5.0 stops body-only (6.5 stops Dual IS with compatible OIS lenses). DMW-BLK22 battery. Approximately 740g with battery and card. L-Mount.
The PDAF introduction is the S5 II's defining technical upgrade: the original S5's contrast-detect (DFD) system provided competent but not best-in-class subject tracking, particularly for moving subjects and video. The S5 II's hybrid PDAF provides faster, more reliable subject acquisition for video tracking, specifically addressing the S5's known limitation. The 4K/60fps capability and unlimited recording were also significant improvements.
On the used market the Panasonic Lumix S5 II is available at mid-range L-Mount professional pricing. Condition checks: IBIS operation, PDAF function (test with moving subject), DMW-BLK22 battery health. Compatible with all L-Mount lenses.