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Most of the companies in the mirrorless market come from a still photography background, only getting into video as an upgrade to their mirrorless offerings as video technology improved. Panasonic on the other hand, has been making broadcast cameras for more than fifty years. Countless television studios have been equipped with Panasonic broadcast camreas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This has led Panasonic to a more video-focused approach than the other companies, even lacking some of the still photo features that were taken for granted in other brands. But that has changed, and Panasonic now makes camears that are as good for photographers as videographer, but still they’re mostly designed for video. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The original Panasonic mirrorless cameras were in the Micro Four Thirds format, and many of them still use this smaller sensor. With the launch of the L-Mount Alliance, a lens standard adopted by several companies and which Panasonic helped create, Panasonic is going all-in on full-frame cameras.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Panasonic’s cameras feature unlimited recording, advanced video codecs, and professional video features that make their cameras perfect for video-first creators. I’ve been using a Panasonic S1 II as my YouTube studio camera, so if you’ve ever watched one of our videos, it was probably shot on Panasonic.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Picks at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Panasonic\u2019s mirrorless cameras are built around strong video capabilities and reliable handling. The Lumix G100 II<\/em> is aimed at vloggers who want Micro Four Thirds portability with good audio and stabilization. The Lumix S5 II<\/em> strikes a balance between professional video and full-frame still performance, adding phase-detect autofocus to the series for the first time. The Lumix S5 IIx<\/em> expands those capabilities with more advanced codecs and streaming options for creators who need a compact production camera. The Lumix GH6<\/em> remains a favorite among video shooters for its internal ProRes recording and flexible Micro Four Thirds lens options, while the Lumix S1H<\/em> continues to serve as the most robust hybrid video camera in Panasonic\u2019s lineup. Together, they form a system that covers everything from travel vlogging to commercial film production.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Why Trust Us<\/b><\/h2>\n

I\u2019ve been testing and reviewing cameras since the early days of digital photography, watching the entire evolution from film to digital. As a working photographer and videographer, I\u2019ve shot with all of these cameras in real-world scenarios, and I\u2019ve tested each one, except the Leica camera lineup. Fortunately for customers shopping for Leica, the brand is known for the utmost in quality design and images, and the recommendations come down to body style preferences and some features.<\/p>\n

For all of the cameras in this list, and especially for the Leica cameras, we consulted with our partner creators for their feedback and their take on today\u2019s mirrorless cameras.<\/p>\n

Our team has hands-on experience with every major camera manufacturer. It has covered the mirrorless revolution from its inception with the original Four Thirds cameras to today\u2019s flagship full-frame models.<\/p>\n

The cameras featured in this guide have been extensively tested by our team and validated by the broader photography community. Our recommendations are based on extensive testing, real-world performance, and feedback from working professionals across different photography disciplines.<\/p>\n

We never take payment for placement, and even though our articles contain affiliate links, they never influence our editorial rankings.<\/i><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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What We Think<\/span><\/div>\n

The Panasonic Lumix S1 II is a full-frame mirrorless camera built around a 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and the latest Phase Hybrid autofocus system. It records 6K video up to 30 fps and 4K up to 120 fps, supports 5-axis in-body image stabilization rated up to 8 stops, and features a new Real Time LUT function for applying looks directly in-camera. The magnesium alloy body includes dual SD card slots, a 5.76-million-dot EVF, and an articulating 3.2-inch touchscreen.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Dual card slots allow flexible workflows<\/p>\n

5-axis IBIS makes handheld shooting practical<\/p>\n

Phase-detect AF finally resolves past focus issues<\/p>\n

Full-size HDMI and USB-C with power delivery<\/p>\n

6K and high-frame-rate 4K options for hybrid use<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Larger and heavier than the S5 series<\/p>\n

No CFexpress option for faster data rates<\/p>\n

Battery life shorter than DSLR standards<\/p>\n

Menus and customization can overwhelm new users<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n \n

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