Customer reviews from Panasonic
Panasonic - LUMIX S5II Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) - Black
Average customer rating
4.9
(10 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 10 reviews
5 Stars
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1 Star
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100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Panasonic - LUMIX S5II Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) - Black
Customer Rating
5
The spot meter area doesn't show in the viewfinder
on September 29, 2026
Posted by: Craig
from Los Angeles
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
So far, I love my Lumix, but would like a change in the metering. The spot meter area does not show. Also, it would be nice to have a partial meter, and have the area for it show as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - F, Team Panasonic, September 28, 2026
Hello there! Thank you for the 5-star rating. We’re thrilled to know you’re enjoying your camera and truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Thank you for choosing Panasonic.
Written by a customer while visiting Panasonic
Posted by: T. Azeem
from Louisville, KY
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Camera is solid, a bit heavy but I think that is what makes it solid and let it pack more tech. Would love a camera as good as this but lightweight as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - F, Team Panasonic, July 6, 2026
Hello there! Thank you for the fantastic review and for highlighting both the build quality and the value. We’re glad you’re enjoying the solid feel, durability and performance are a big part of what we aim for, and that robust construction often goes hand-in-hand with the advanced technology inside. We also appreciate your note about weight; it’s a great reminder of how important portability is, and we’re always looking for smart ways to balance power with a lighter carry. Thanks again for choosing our camera and for the 5-star rating.
Written by a customer while visiting Panasonic
Posted by: Luis S
from New Mexico
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I upgraded from the G9 micro thirds to the full frame S5 after getting an S9. Loving all of the features, custom settings (C1, C2 and multiple modes under C3) and how light the body is. Now I have two body cameras that I can swap lenses with.
I still have to learn all of its features and option within the menus, but loving it so far.
Although I focus mostly on photography, its video capabilities are outstanding as well for those times I feel like shooting videos.
I still have to learn all of its features and option within the menus, but loving it so far.
Although I focus mostly on photography, its video capabilities are outstanding as well for those times I feel like shooting videos.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - F, Team Panasonic, December 18, 2025
Hello there! Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so excited to hear that you’re loving your upgrade to the S5 and enjoying its features, custom settings, and lightweight design. It sounds like having two camera bodies with interchangeable lenses has really expanded your creative possibilities, how exciting! We're glad to know you're appreciating both its photography and outstanding video capabilities. Wishing you endless inspiration as you explore all the features and capture amazing moments!
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Posted by: Richie N
from New Jersey
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
The camera feels amazing to use. Very tactile, responsive, and high overall quality in the digital functions like autofocus, customizable modes, and system.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - S, Team Panasonic, December 2, 2025
Hi Richie! Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your camera and appreciate your support.
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Posted by: Anonymous
from Myrtle Beach, SC
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love this camera. I sat on the fence for awhile because it felt like a big purchase for my first camera. I really love it and when I see my photos I am validated in my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - F, Team Panasonic, October 6, 2025
Hello there! Thank you for sharing your experience, we know that first big camera purchase is a meaningful one, and we're so glad you took the leap with us! It’s wonderful to hear that your photos are bringing you that sense of validation and joy. Here's to capturing moments with confidence and creativity, happy shooting!
Written by a customer while visiting Panasonic
Customer Rating
5
Reliable workhorse with exceptional image quality
on August 12, 2025
Posted by: DirksFocus
from Naples, Florida
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
This camera is my choice in2025. After the huge disappointment of the S1R II with it's battery drain and overheating issues I finally I have a camera that would not shut down on me and has a good battery life performance.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - F, Team Panasonic, August 12, 2025
Hi there! Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review and for choosing our camera as your top pick for 2025! We're honored to hear it's been a reliable workhorse with the image quality you expect, and that it’s delivering the battery life and stability you need. Your feedback means a lot, and we’re glad this model has earned your confidence where it counts most: in the field.
Written by a customer while visiting Panasonic
Posted by: Anonymous
from Lake Monticello, VA
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a full frame masterpiece for enthusiasts. A rich set of features including my favorite, LUTS, assignable to button on the camera body. The S5II's image output is of very high quality, performing excellent in low light.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic - S, Team Panasonic, June 3, 2025
Hi there! Thank you for your detailed and enthusiastic feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that the S5II is meeting your expectations as a full-frame masterpiece and that the LUT functionality, along with its excellent low-light performance, has become a favorite feature. Our goal is to provide tools that inspire creativity and deliver outstanding image quality, so your kind words truly motivate us.
Written by a customer while visiting Panasonic
Posted by: S Madduru
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great camera, clear menus, great rendering straight out the camera and fantastic LUTs. Full frame at the cost of many APS-C cameras. On the other side, it’s a heavy camera. Panasonic should address the following areas in next iteration. They should bring down the size and weight. Startup time is longer than expected. Biggest negative for me is the slooooow playback. Even after using v90 SD cards it’s painfully slow.
Response from PanasonicBy Team Panasonic-C, Team Panasonic, February 20, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, we will consider it for future improvements. We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your thoughts regarding the product.
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