Panasonic Lumix S5D, Full Frame Mirrorless Camera Body, with S-R1840E 18-40mm S lens, 24.2MP, 4K 60P Recording, Live View Finder, Free Angle Monitor, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Black

Great starter camera. Value for money. Autofocus needs improvement. The best feature is that the camera can be used continuously with an adapter (DMW-BLK22 AC Power Supply Adapter & DC Coupler Dummy Battery Charger Kit).

Too late for anyone to buy a new one now but it was a huge amount of very well made camera and lens for the money. S5 Mk1s and S5Ds second hand are very good value still. The autofocus is a bit pedestrian but OK if your thing is not sports - or my son's high speed lurcher dog! When Panasonic clear stock of old models it seems that they discount heavily. This is not the first time I have benefited from this and had some excellent cameras for not very much.

This camera may now be deleted. For the photographer (more so than for the videographer?), this camera remains an excellent tool. For less than £900, not only do you get an excellent, well made, modern camera, which in all respects, bar possibly the contrast only auto-focus, matches the latest & greatest top end cameras, but in this kit comes with an excellent 50mm F/1.8 standard prime lens, but also a very underrated 18-40mm light weight super compact zoom lens. This latter lens may have a relatively slow, maximum aperture, but it would be difficult to distinguish the results from more expensive, heavier F2.8 (super wide-standard) zoom lenses, @ f4-5.6 apertures. Indeed with the excellent IBIS of the Lumix S5 the slower apertures & speeds, can still be used, except on faster moving subjects in low light. Just phenomenal value!

OK, it appears to be robust construction,well set out,

Fantastic

I recently purchased the Panasonic Lumix S5D with the 8–40mm lens and an additional 50mm lens, and I can confidently say I am extremely happy with my decision. Design & Build Quality Panasonic has always been at the top when it comes to mirrorless cameras, and the Lumix S5D proves why. The camera feels solid and premium, yet it is surprisingly lightweight for a full-frame mirrorless system. It’s comfortable to hold for long shoots, whether for photography or video. The button layout is very user-friendly. All the controls are easy to find and well-positioned, which makes adjusting settings quick and smooth. The soft-touch display is responsive and intuitive, adding to the overall ease of use. The large display screen is bright and clear, making it simple to review shots even in outdoor lighting. Performance & Image Quality The image quality is outstanding. The 8–40mm lens is excellent for wide-angle shots, landscapes, travel photography, and creative perspectives. It captures sharp details with beautiful color reproduction. The 50mm lens is perfect for portraits and close-up shots. It produces sharp images with beautiful background blur (bokeh), giving photos a professional look. Together, these lenses provide great versatility for different types of photography. Mirrorless Advantage Panasonic Lumix cameras are known for their advanced mirrorless technology, and the S5D continues that tradition. The autofocus is fast and accurate, and the overall performance feels smooth and reliable. It’s an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced photographers. Overall Experience Overall, I am very happy and satisfied as a Lumix customer. The Panasonic Lumix S5D with the 8–40mm and 50mm lenses offers fantastic image quality, lightweight design, a big and clear display, and easy-to-use controls. It’s a powerful yet user-friendly camera that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable mirrorless system. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended!

Good camera function, features and image quality, but as with the S5 the autofocus is DREADFUL. It's so bad I only use it with manual lenses and an adapter.

Bottom line - a fantastic camera for the money. I've been using mine for 3 months solely for photography, not videography. Picture quality is excellent, lots of features built in. Excellent performance at high ISO. I found the supplied 18-40mm lens a bit 'limiting' in terms of focal length and aperture and bought the 20-60mm lens secondhand ('as new' for under £200...) - a fantastic and underrated lens. I can also recommend the Meike 35mm f2.0 lens for this camera. Looked at Canon, Nikon and Sony alternatives before buying this and have absolutely no regrets.

I guess this is the best full-frame camera for its price. Of course, it's not perfect and may not be suitable for pro, but for photography enthusiasts it's a great choice.

Superbe boitier. Une très bonne surprise pour cet hybride. Habitué à utiliser des boitiers Sony, Nikon et Fujifilm, le S5 n'a rien à envier à ces marques. La qualité d'image est fantastique et le zoom fourni dans le kit est très bon (pour un zoom de kit). Les RAWs développés avec DxO Photolab 4 sont à la hauteur des espérances. Je ne peux que recommander pour un usage photographique (Je ne fais pas de vidéos). l' AF en AF-S est extraordinaire, même en basse lumière.

Macchina straordinaria. Già con la lente di primo equipaggiamento si possono scattare foto eccellenti, sia per nitidezza che per colori, molto neutri e naturali. La tenuta agli alti ISO è impressionante. L'obiettivo di prima dotazione, seppure poco luminoso, si distingue per nitidezza e per resa del colore. Se poi gli si monta davanti un obiettivo di pregio i risultati sono da prima della classe. Anche l'autofocus, per le mie applicazioni prevalentemente fotografiche è super performante. Preciso che pratico la fotografia da decine di anni e credo di aver maturato una discreta esperienza, sia per quanto riguarda le attrezzature che per quanto attiene ai risultati. Per il prezzo a cui viene venduta in questo momento è praticamente impossibile trovare di meglio. La consiglio assolutamente.

Es ist meine erste Vollformat Digitalkamera und bin begeistert. Schöne Bilder und für meine Bedürfnisse ausreichend ausgestattete Kamera. Da ich vom MFT Kameras (Olympus und Lumix) Lager komme, musste ich mich erst auch an das Gewicht von Kamera und Objektiven gewöhnen. Die Bedienung ist dank der vielen Knöppe sehr gut. Man muss fast nicht ins Menü. Die einzige Schwäche ist der nicht ganz so schnelle Autofokus bei Bewegungen und Stromverbrauch. Es ist ein toller Zusatz zu meinem MFT-System, die ich weiterhin verwende. Meinen Goddox Blitzfuhrpark für OL/Panasonic kann ich auch für meine neue Kamera verwenden, was grandios ist.

Amazing value for the money.