Mirrorless camera Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 IIX with 18–40mm lens, 24 MP full-frame

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 IIX body with Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 lens is a compact full-frame mirrorless kit designed for photo and video creators. It combines a new 24.2MP sensor with Dual Native ISO, a next-generation processing engine, phase-detection autofocus and Active I.S. image stabilization. The system supports high-quality video workflows including RAW output, ProRes and All-Intra recording, as well as external USB-SSD recording for extended capture times.

Advantages

The camera offers reliable Phase Hybrid AF for fast, accurate subject acquisition in backlit, low-light and multi-subject scenes. Active I.S. improves handheld shooting stability, allowing walking-and-shooting use. An optimized heat dissipation structure enables unlimited C4K/4K 60p/50p 4:2:2 10-bit recording, while external SSD support and ProRes 422 HQ recording simplify data management and post-production. REAL TIME LUT support lets you record LUT-applied footage internally for easier color grading.

Key specifications

• Sensor: 24.2 MP full-frame with Dual Native ISO
• Autofocus: Phase Detection AF (Phase Hybrid AF)
• Stabilization: Active I.S. image stabilization
• Video: C4K/4K up to 60p/50p, 4:2:2 10-bit, unlimited recording
• Recording options: RAW video output, ProRes video, All-Intra, external USB-SSD recording
• Lens: Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 included

How to use

Attach the included Lumix S 18-40mm lens to the DC-S5 IIX body and secure the mount. Use the camera’s Phase Hybrid AF modes for fast focusing and enable Active I.S. when shooting handheld or moving. For long-duration video capture, connect an SSD via USB and select the desired recording format such as ProRes 422 HQ or 4:2:2 10-bit All-Intra. Use REAL TIME LUT to preview and record graded footage, and choose wired or wireless streaming options (RTP/RTSP or RTMP/RTMPS) depending on your location.

Recommendations

For stable handheld video while moving, enable Active I.S. and use the 18–40mm zoom at moderate focal lengths. When planning extended C4K/4K 60p/50p sessions, use a high-capacity, high-speed USB-SSD and monitor camera temperature; prefer wired streaming indoors for maximum stability and wireless RTMP/RTMPS for outdoor setups.