Today Panasonic announces two new full-frame mirrorless cameras, the LUMIX S5II and S5IIX. Built on the legacy of the original S5, these new models offer internal 6K30p and C4K60p recording, a hybrid AF system with phase detection, Dual Native ISO, enhanced Active I.S., V-Log gamma curve, and improved connectivity. Pricing starts at $1,999. Our LUMIX S5II review can be found here. Back in June, Panasonic and Leica signed a strategic business agreement to jointly develop new imaging technologies. Apparently, the first major results of the so-called L² Technology alliance are here. Indeed, today Panasonic announces two new mirrorless cameras in their full-frame LUMIX S series and the first models to feature a hybrid phase detection AF system. So please welcome the Panasonic LUMIX S5II and LUMIX S5IIX. Let’s take a look! Panasonic LUMIX S5II body. Source: Panasonic Panasonic LUMIX S5II and S5IIX: common features At the core of the new LUMIX S5II and S5IIX is a freshly-developed 24.2MP 35mm CMOS Dual Native ISO sensor (640/4000 native ISO values in V-Log) with 5-axis stabilization and enhanced Active I.S. The sensor is paired with a new imaging engine born out of the ongoing collaboration with Leica. Of course, you can pair both camera bodies with a wide variety of L-mount alliance glass, including the company’s new LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO lens. Panasonic LUMIX S5II with the new LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO lens. Source: Panasonic On the photo side, the cameras can shoot bursts of up to 9fps using the mechanical...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 4 January, 2023