Why the Lumix S5 Might Be the Smarter Choice in 2026

In this video, I break down why I think the Lumix S5 is still the smarter choice for many filmmakers in 2025, especially if you have a limited budget. From image quality and rolling shutter to APS-C mode and price, here’s why the S5 might actually make more sense for your setup. Watch my films! Good Boy (US): https://amzn.to/3XfopVc Above the Knee (US): https://amzn.to/43hksTw Equipment I use: Panasonic Lumix S5: https://amzn.to/4k36P0v TTartisan 40mm F2: https://ttartisan.store/products/af-4... Blazar Remus 35mm T1.6 1.5x: https://adorama.rfvk.net/Dy1xMG 7Artisan Spectrum 35mm T2.0: https://amzn.to/40062FF Panasonic XLR Microphone Adapter LUMIX DMW-XLR: https://amzn.to/45swcnV Sennheiser MKE 600: https://amzn.to/4moNdW2 Benro Aero 2 PRO Tripod: https://amzn.to/3JhayKA Business inquiries: [email protected] 0:00 Introduction 0:41 Price Difference 1:41 Where the S5 Might be Better 4:04 Codecs & Resolution 6:02 Autofocus 7:30 Better Ways to Use That $400 9:23 So… is the S5 better?