Yeah it’s fairly recent I think. I really like the S5ii, the handling is so much better than the Sony cameras I’d had for a long time, and the video features are way, way better.
Yeah, the Panasonic approach seems to be to cram as many features into the hardware as they can through software improvements. The Sony approach is to artificially limit the capabilities of their cameras to make sure people have to go up to the more expensive model.
We have improved an issue that sometimes caused parts of the image corners to be missing when the camera was moved with image stabilization enabled.
We have improved an issue where recorded videos could include noise depending on the SD card used.
Nov. 18, 2025
Ver.3.5
Video recording stopped when the wireless connection to Support for LUMIX Smartphone App, LUMIX Flow or LUMIX Lab was interrupted. This phenomenon has been improved.
Circle-like noise appeared on the monitor when APS-C lenses were removed without turning off the camera. This bug has been fixed.
Oct. 20, 2025
Ver.3.4
Improved compatibility
- The Bluetooth connectivity for pairing with DJI gimbals has been added.
* This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.
** Click here for information on verified operation of the gimbal.
- Enhanced compatibility with OM Digital Solutions' flash units.
- Improved compatibility when used with our interchangeable lens S-R100500 and teleconverter (DMW-STC14/STC20).
Support for LUMIX Smartphone App, LUMIX Flow ver.1.3 or above.
- "LUMIX Flow" is now available for use.
- External monitor function allows applying LUTs to live view.
- External monitor function enables displaying multiple frame markers.
- External monitor function allows showing focus frames.
* When using the external monitor function via wireless connection (Wi-Fi), the camera's video recording will stop if you turn off your smartphone's Bluetooth or exit the app during video recording.
Please do not turn off Bluetooth or close the app while using the external monitor function. If you want to prioritize the camera's video recording, please use a wired connection (USB).
Enhanced Focus Ring Operation for Interchangeable Lenses
- The focus ring can be used as a control ring, enabling for assigning key functions.
- The focus rotation direction can be selected as either clockwise or counterclockwise.
* A lens compatible with this feature is required. Please refer to the information for supported lenses here.
Additional Video Function
- Added "Shutter Speed Limiter" to the video menu.
Other Function Improvements and Enhancements
- Constant preview available when using flash.
- The startup speed when turning on the power has been improved.
- 17:9 aspect ratio for proxy videos has been added.
- ISO control method when using flash has been changed.
- Aperture can be set from F45 to F90 based on the L-Mount standard.
- When registering both photo and video menus into My Menu, common items will be reflected in both modes if registered in either menu.
- Operational stability has been improved.
Very nice! Manual focus?Bought a Samyang 50mm f1.2 for X-mount to complete the set. Already have their 12, 21 and 35mm lenses. I don't think I've paid over 150 for any of them, and they are all superb.
Cat for bokeh demonstration purposes.
I'll look into them. I also prefer MF unless the situation needs AF. I have a Samyang 12mm f/2.0 and it's a great lens. Got it for £40 off Faceache marketplace!
£40 is a bargain.
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Lovely lens. Tested it in the photo show last yearOrdered the Sigma 14mm f1.4 for Sony. It's a beast, though I was tempted to go for the F1.8 GM but over a period of 30 seconds the Sigma had 65% more light gathering capability. Just hope I have the chance for some decent weather by the time it arrives:
Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Review
A hands-on lab review of the Sigma 14mm f/1.4 Art, a high-end Milky Way lens for Sony E and Leica L. See how it measures up.
Just been informed the seller is unable to fulfill the order due to lack of stock; this is in spite saying it was avaible when I ordered it. They've had my money for two weeks and other places were saying preorder for March. Rather than mess about I bought the 14mm f1.8 Gm instead. I'd a particular image in mind to take and having missed the aurora and the weather being what it is, I didn't want to be in that position again.
I’ve had one of these for 10+ years as my lightweight travel tripod :Can anyone recommend a nice compact carbon fibre tripod for travel please?
So many options out there, would like some personal views.
Would be ideal if it folded down enough to fit nicely down the side of a backpack without sticking out the top or being too heavy that I notice it when carrying.
I’ve looked at the Peak Design Carbon and it seems it does everything really good apart from the ball head isn’t very intuitive.
Cheers.
Having also recently purchased the R6 mkii I have been very impressed with the image quality. On a pixel for pixel level it's every bit as sharp, if not sharper, than my outgoing GFX 100s. It of course lacks the resolution over the Fuji but having used it [the Fuji] for 18 months I realised I have no need for all that resolution - as satisfying as it is to pixel peep at it!
