The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is a compact full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera combining the 24.2MP sensor from the S1 with a smaller body. It records 4K/60p 10-bit video internally, supports V-Log, and features 5-axis Dual I.S. 2. The S5 is Panasonic's entry-level full-frame Lumix S body aimed at hybrid photographers and videographers.
Product released: September 25, 2020
Latest firmware version
Version 2.9, released July 29, 2025
Last checked for updates: Nov 1, 2026 03:55 UTC
What's new in version 2.9
Enhanced the security of products.
Improved operational stability.
Version 2.8 - October 9, 2024: Improvements - Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens. - Improved operational stability.
Version 2.7 - October 17, 2023: Improved compatibility with the Panasonic Battery grip DMW-BG1 - Battery grip DMW-BG1 can be used.
Version 2.6 - August 8, 2022: Improved the phenomenon that vertical lines are appeared when playing back pictures recorded with the camera held vertically when [Rotate Disp.] is set to [ON].
Version 2.5 - July 25, 2022: Improved the accuracy of white balance adjustment in DaVinci Resolve Studio for Blackmagic RAW data recorded on the Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR. * DaVinci…
Version 2.4 - January 24, 2022: There were rare cases that the camera freeze depending on the operation timing while using Bluetooth. This phenomenon has been solved.
Version 2.3 - July 13, 2021: Added functions - RAW video data output over HDMI to Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR has been supported. » [5.9K] / [4K] / [Anamorphic (4:3) 3.5K] 12-bit RAW v…
Version 2.2 - April 6, 2021: Added functions - Users can choose to add or not to add camera orientation information in [Vertical Position Info (Video)] menu to prevent unintended image rot…
Version 2.1 - December 22, 2020: There were cases the focus cannot be properly set on the touched subject when using a Touch AF. This bug has been fixed.
Version 2.0 - November 24, 2020: Improved AF performance - Recognition performance during video recording in V-Log has been improved. - Human/Animal recognition can be set ON or OFF when the A…
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is a compact full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera combining the 24.2MP sensor from the S1 with a smaller body. It records 4K/60p 10-bit video internally, supports V-Log, and features 5-axis Dual I.S. 2. The S5 is Panasonic's entry-level full-frame Lumix S body aimed at hybrid photographers and videographers. It was originally released on September 25, 2020.
What is the latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DC-S5?
The latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is 2.9. It was released on July 29, 2025.
What changed in Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 firmware version 2.9?
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 firmware version 2.9 includes the following changes: Enhanced the security of products.
Improved operational stability.
Where can I download the latest Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 firmware (version 2.9) are on Panasonic's official release page: https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/ff/dl/s5.html
How often does Panasonic release firmware updates for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5?
We have tracked 11 firmware versions of Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 286 days.
Has Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 been discontinued?
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 has not received a firmware update in a long time and may be discontinued. However, some products resume updates after extended periods.