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September 2020
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Abstract: There's never been a better time to make the jump to a full-frame digital camera. Over the past few years, models with 24-by-36mm image sensors-the same dimensions as a frame of 35mm film-have become more and more affordable. And while the smaller APS-C s...
Abstract: If you're feeling limited by what your point-and-shoot can do, there are plenty of reasons to consider an interchangeable lens camera (ILC), whether it be a traditional DSLR or a more modern mirrorless model. Compared with your phone or point-and-shoot, t...
Abstract: Buying a digital camera is a very different experience than it was a few years ago. Smartphone cameras keep getting better, so there are a lot fewer buyers out there for budget pocket shooters. And because of that, there aren't that many good, inexpensive...
Published: 2021-02-23, Author: Jim , review by: in.pcmag.com
Abstract: There's never been a better time to make the jump to a full-frame digital camera. Over the past few years, models with 24-by-36mm image sensors-the same dimensions as a frame of 35mm film-have become more and more affordable. And while the smaller APS-C s...
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Published: 2020-12-18, Author: Jim , review by: in.pcmag.com
Abstract: If you're feeling limited by what your point-and-shoot can do, there are plenty of reasons to consider an interchangeable lens camera (ILC), whether it be a traditional DSLR or a more modern mirrorless model. These advanced shooters feature larger image s...
Great handling, Fantastic video specs, Fully articulating touch-sensitive screen,
Advanced video users will miss the full-sized HDMI port, Compatible lenses are large compared to the body,
Panasonic has faced a lot of criticism with its S series of full-frame cameras - they haven't been as warmly received as its smaller-format G series. By listening to that feedback and essentially melding together the two lines, the S5 very much feels like...
Compact for a full-frame camera,Great design and build,Relatively affordable for its spec and performance,Reliable autofocus/people tracking,Charges via USB-C,Two SD card slots
4K60p crops down to APS-C,Focus selector button could be easier to adjust,Only one of the SD card slots is UHS-II
The Panasonic Lumix S5 is a compact full-frame camera that doesn't cost a whole lot more than the Micro Four Thirds video champ: the GH5. And it's cheaper than its larger-scale full-frame sibling: the Lumix S1. So, whichever way you look at it, the S5 is...
Small size and weight, Good range of controls, Excellent video specifications
No full-sized HDMI port, Large lenses affect compact size, Lacks best-in-class autofocus
Panasonic has clearly learned its lessons from the criticisms made of its original full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Panasonic S5 blends a full-frame sensor with a small, but ergonomic, body. The result is a camera that should appeal to a wide variety of...
Yes. The Lumix S5 is a great hybrid camera at a fair price. However, vloggers, YouTubers, and sports photographers who depend on reliable continuous autofocus should carefully consider the alternatives.Editors' RecommendationsSmaller and cheaper, the full...
