
Key Features
- 24.2-Megapixel 35mm Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
- Fast, Accurate Phase Hybrid Autofocus
- Powerful Image Stabilization with Active I.S. Technology
- 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut capture delivers a high dynamic range and broad colors
- REAL TIME LUT function to enable in-camera photo and video color grading
- Unlimited Video Recording
- 6K 30p/25p 4:2:0 10-bit
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OVERVIEW
Offering fast, accurate phase hybrid autofocus, the LUMIX S5II mirrorless camera is designed to deliver excellent performance in both photo and video. The 24.2-megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor complies with PDAF (Phase Detection Auto-Focus) with 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 image stabilization and an imaging engine that's been developed to achieve high resolution, natural description, and approximately 2 x higher-speed signal procession for high bit-rate video recording. With the high dynamic range and broad colors of a 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut capture, and an advanced heat dispersion mechanism for unlimited video recording and livestreaming, the S5II is developed to meet the demands of ambitious creators with an assertive shooting style.
24.2-Megapixel 35mm Full-Frame CMOS Sensor: Developed to achieve high resolution, natural description, and approximately 2x higher-speed signal processing, powered by L² Technology
Fast, Accurate Phase Hybrid Autofocus: Advanced subject detection and metering technologies capture the target subject in focus even in adverse lighting conditions; once locked on the subject, it keeps tracking even with multiple moving objects
Powerful Image Stabilization: LUMIX newly developed Active I.S., which supports walking shots, to further enhance image stabilization in video recording
Expressive Video Functionality: 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut capture delivers a high dynamic range and broad colors, plus a REAL TIME LUT function is provided to enable in-camera photo and video color grading, with LUT6K 30p Open Gate unlimited recording
Unlimited Video Recording: Heat dispersion mechanism combines a small fan and high-efficiency heat sink to achieve unlimited video recording while keeping the camera size compact
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camera attributes
| Recording File Format (Image) | JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.31), RAW |
| Audio Recording | MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVCMOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVCMOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVCMOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVCMOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC |
| Light Metering Modes | Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot / Highlight Weighted |
| Extended ISO | Normal: Auto / 50* / 100-51200 / 102400* / 204800* (1/3 or 1 EV step) V-Log: Auto / 320* / 640-51200 (1/3 or 1 EV step) HLG: Auto / 400-51200 / 102400* / 204800* (1/3 or 1 EV step) |
| Image Stabilization | B.I.S. (5-axis / 5-stop*) *Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=60mm when S-R2060 is used.] Dual I.S. 2 (6.5-stop*) *Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=200mm when S-E70200 is used.] |
| Image Sensor Size | 35mm full-frame (35.6mm x 23.8mm) |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | AFS (Single) / AFC (Continuous) |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Self Timer | 10sec, 3 images / 2sec / 10sec / Custom Time |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS |
| White Balance Mode | AWB / AWBc / AWBw / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Color temperature setting 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Continuous Shooting | Yes |
| Camera Format | Mirrorless |
| Recording File Format (Video) | H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC |
| Maximum Resolution | 12000x8000(XL) in 3:2 High Res Mode |
| Lens Mount | L-Mount |
| Camera Body Weight | Approx. 740g / 1.64 lb (Body, Hot Shoe Cover, Battery, SD Memory Card x 1) (excluding body cap) Approx. 657g / 1.45 lb (Body, Hot Shoe Cover) (excluding body cap) |
display & viewfinder
| Screen Size | 3.0-inch (7.6cm), 3:2 aspect |
| Diopter Adjustment | Approx. 21 mm at infinity; -1.0 m-1 / -4.0 - +2.0 (dpt) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | Approx. 3.68 million dots |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Monitor Resolution | Approx. 1.84 million dots |
physical specifications
| Dimensions | Approx. 134.3 x 102.3 x 90.1 mm / 5.29 x 4.03 x 3.55 inch (Body only, excluding protrusions) Approx. 134.3 x 102.3 x 157.0 mm / 5.29 x 4.03 x 6.19 inch (with S-R2060, excluding protrusions) Approx. 134.3 x 102.3 x 151.8 mm / 5.29 x 4.03 x 5.98 inch (with S-S50, excluding protrusions) |
| Weight | Approx. 740g / 1.64 lb (Body, Hot Shoe Cover, Battery, SD Memory Card x 1) (excluding body cap) Approx. 657g / 1.45 lb (Body, Hot Shoe Cover) (excluding body cap) |
focusing control
| Focus Modes | AFS (Single) / AFC (Continuous) / MF |
flash attributes
| Maximum Sync Speed | Less than 1/250 second *The guide number decreases at 1/250 second. Only when set to M mode or S mode. |
| Built-in Flash | No / TTL External Flash (sold separately) |
| Flash Modes | Auto* / Auto/Red-eye Reduction* / Forced On / Forced On/Red-eye Reduction / Slow Sync. / Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction / Forced Off *For iA only. |
| External Flash Connection | TTL |
interface
| Memory Card Slot | Slot 1, Slot 2 SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card* / SDXC Memory Card* *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 |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz bands (STA/AP) (IEEE802.11b/g/n) 5GHz bands (STA) (IEEE 802.11a/n/ac) Security: WPA/WPA2/WPA3 / Bluetooth® v5.0 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) |
power system
| Battery Type | Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 2200mAh, 16Wh) (bundled) |
viewfinder specifications
| Viewfinder Type | OLED Live View Finder |
detailed specifications
| Compatible Media | SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card* / SDXC Memory Card* *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. |
| Megapixels | 24 |
lens specification
| Focus Type | Phase Detection AF system / Contrast AF system |
| Mount Type | L-Mount |
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