Panasonic’s new S5: the ultimate hybrid?
On the video front the S5 is capable of 4K 60p/50p 4:2:0 10-bit and 4K 30p/25p 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording, plus 4K 60p/50p 4:2:2 10-bit HDMI output. For 4K 30p/25p 4:2:0 8-bit internal recording there is no time limitation as Panasonic’s heat dispersion technology enables stable and continuous video recording.
To further enhance its performance, a firmware update is scheduled for the S5 by the end of 2020, which will support Raw video data output to the Atomos Ninja V over HDMI at a resolution of 5.9K (5888×3312) 29.97p/25p, 4K(4128×2176) 59.94p/50p and Anamorphic 3.5K (3536×2656)/50p.
The Lumix S5 also offers 14+ stops of dynamic range, which is as wide as cinema cameras, and V-Log / V-Gamut compatibility with popular VariCam colour science. A variety of recording formats and modes including 4:3 Anamorphic mode, Slow & Quick Motion, 4K/60p interval shooting and 4K HDR are also provided. The camera also possesses improved high-speed, high-precision AF in both photo shooting and video recording, made possible through advanced deep-learning technology, featuring real-time detection of the subject, such as human eye, face, head and body recognition.