{"id":508841,"date":"2026-04-02T11:42:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T11:42:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/508841\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T11:42:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T11:42:10","slug":"this-popular-mirrorless-camera-is-now-discontinued-after-6-years-of-budget-friendly-high-resolution-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/508841\/","title":{"rendered":"This popular mirrorless camera is now discontinued after 6 years of budget-friendly high-resolution performance"},"content":{"rendered":"

Not just DSLRs<\/a> retire \u2013 mirrorless cameras<\/a> do too \u2013 and the Panasonic Lumix S5<\/a> has now come to its ‘natural’ conclusion, as major Japanese retailers marked the full-frame camera <\/a>as discontinued.<\/p>\n

Launched in 2020, the S5 quickly earned a reputation as a hybrid camera<\/a> powerhouse delivering up to 96MP stills in high-resolution mode and cinema-like-quality video at under $1,800 \u2013 making it a favorite for both photographers and videographers seeking a capable and versatile all-in-one camera.<\/p>\n

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While discontinuation is standard, it does mean that firmware updates, official support, and stock are no longer guaranteed \u2013 but the Lumix<\/a> S5D \u2013 an enhanced version of the S5 \u2013 and its successor, the Lumix 5D II, are still available in Panasonic<\/a>‘s lineup.<\/p>\n

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No more availability: Lumix S5<\/p>\n

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The Lumix S5 launched in 2020 and features a 24.2MP CMOS full-frame sensor (Image credit: Future)<\/p>\n

Searches in both the UK and the US show no availability, confirming that it has left the market.<\/p>\n

For UK shooters, the Panasonic Lumix S5D, introduced in 2024, is the closest alternative to the Lumix S5. Designed to meet EU requirements and regulations, it adds minor updates like DJI LiDAR autofocus compatibility.<\/p>\n

Now, with its brother being discontinued, the S5D is one of the\u00a0best value full-frame cameras<\/a>\u00a0you can buy right now.<\/p>\n

The Panasonic Lumix S5 II, launched in 2023, is the best full-frame mirrorless <\/a>alternative for US buyers. It shares the S5’s hybrid strengths, adds phase-detect autofocus (PDAF) recording, and unlimited recording times \u2013 though these new features come with a higher price tag…<\/p>\n

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…but especially the addition of PDAF, brings the S5 II right in line with some of the best hybrid cameras money can buy!<\/p>\n

Your best alternative in the UK: Lumix S5D \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7<\/p>\n

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Read more about the Panasonic Lumix S5D<\/a> (Image credit: Panasonic)<\/p>\n

\u25cf with 18-40mm lens: \u00a3699 (was \u00a31,399) at Wex<\/a>
\u25cf with 18-40mm lens: \u00a3699 (was \u00a31,199) at London Camera Exchange<\/a>
\u25cf with 18-40mm lens: \u00a3699 (was \u00a31,399) at Panasonic<\/a>
\u25cf with 18-40mm + 50mm lens: \u00a3899 (was \u00a31,599) at Panasonic<\/a><\/p>\n

Your best alternative in the US: Lumix S5 II \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 <\/p>\n

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Discover more about the Panasonic Lumix S5 II in our review<\/a> (Image credit: Panasonic)<\/p>\n

\u25cf $1,997.99 at B&H Photo<\/a>
\u25cf $1,997.99 at Adorama<\/a>
\u25cf $1,199.99 at Panasonic<\/a><\/p>\n

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