The latest version of the Panasonic Lumix S5 will be launched next Wednesday, January 4, 2023. According to leaked images published by Photorumors, the camera is very similar in appearance to the existing model. It will be joined at a later date by the Mark II x version.
It is expected that a new Lumix S 14-28mm f/4-5.6 for L-mount will also be announced on the same day.
One of the more interesting improvements in the Mark II version of the S5 will be the introduction of a phase-detection autofocus system to address one of the weak points of existing Lumix S cameras.
The Panasonic Lumix S5 II x will feature a discreet all-black finish with blacked-out LUMIX badge which mirrors the all-black appearance of Leica’s SL2-S mode.
As a direct competitor to the Leica SL2 S, the Panasonic Lumix S5 IIx offers a lighter and more compact body with more traditional controls.
Find a full set of photographs and rumoured specifications here at Photorumors.
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The fruits of pan-leica alliance are coming through… Mirroring the all black appearance 😂 I’m being sarcastic of course but hopefully something worthwhile will come through in the next few months. While S5 is certainly lighter than SLs, it is still certainly one of the heaviest mirrorless cameras.
I have an S5 and an SL2-S. Each has its good and not so good points, but they aren’t very comparable. It’s a pity that Panasonic menus can’t be more like the superbly simple Leica. I also think Leica missed a trick when they dropped the CL type of camera.
We are all different. I much prefer the Panasonic S5’s menu, not least as it offers far more options. Don
I am excited to see what this offers. I assume it will have the valuable mobile rear screen so different viewpoints can be easily captured- my arthritic knees just do not cooperate any more. Its size is a compelling feature and some appreciative pros already use the S5.