Panasonic DC-S5 II X + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8 DG DN (C) for L-mount

Panasonic DC-S5 II X

With its exclusive black design and superior video capabilities, the LUMIX S5M2X is the perfect camera for the modern photo/video creator who demands the highest standards in both photo and video. And thanks to its compact, rugged body and built-in fan, it is a reliable companion even in the most extreme situations and is always ready to shoot. The

S5M2X is based on a newly developed full-frame 24-megapixel CMOS sensor and an image processor that is also new and was developed as part of the L² technology partnership between LEICA and LUMIX. Fast and precise focusing is provided by the new Hybrid Phase Detection AF, and

thanks to the new processor, the S5M2X sets new standards for video in its price

range. For example

, it offers 4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit, Apple ProRes, ALL-Intra, USB-SSD recording or advanced streaming features.

USB-SSD

recording

USB-SSD recording is for photographers and videographers who want to improve backup and post-processing efficiency

, for example.

• Better heat resistance than internal recording
• Less expensive than SD memory cards
• Can record at high bit rate in record mode

Wireless streaming USB tethering
Live streaming can be easily configured via the LUMIX Sync app (Android / iOS). In environments with a lot of wireless interference, stable communication speed can be ensured by connecting the camera to a smartphone via USB.

Wired Streaming
Enjoy highly stable communication with IP streaming over a wired LAN connection indoors

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By connecting cameras and PCs via a wired LAN cable, multiple cameras can be controlled to deliver high-quality video and audio up to 4K 60p / 50p. H.264 and H.265 codecs are selectable

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New video features

• 4:2:2 10-bit C4K/4K 60p/50p Unlimited recording time
• 6K (3:2), 6K (17:9), 5.9K (16:9) 4:2:0 10-bit 30p/25p/24p
• High Frame Rate Video
• 4:2:0 10-bit Slow & Quick Video
• 48kHz 24-bit with built-in/external microphone
• High-Res 96kHz 24-bit with external microphone *When Φ3.5mm microphone or DMW-XLR1 (sold separately) is connected)
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• 4ch audio with DMW-XLR1 *When DMW-XLR1 is connected (sold separately)
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• MOV, ProRes only.
• RAW video output
• ALL-Intra recording
• ProRes

recording

• USB-SSD recording

Live View composition
For photographers working with light in dark environments, such as starry skies. Only the luminous subjects are captured, e.g. to show the light trails of stars and fireworks.

Sigma 28-70mm f2.8 DG DN © for L-mount

The SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary redefines the standard Zoom lens for mirrorless cameras, combining outstanding optical performance and a continuous F2.8 aperture with a lightweight and compact body.

Design-wise, the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary is based on the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art, but with a focal length range starting at 28mm. This makes the lens body significantly smaller and lighter, while maintaining the same outstanding optical performance.

Lightweight and compact body
The slightly smaller wide-angle range of the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary compared to the has allowed the size of the 28-70mm body to be significantly reduced. The Contemporary line concept balances performance with handiness, and

the

lens features a single, lightweight focusing element so the AF unit can also be kept small. Together with a quiet and fast stepper motor, this ensures responsive and virtually silent autofocus performance. The

28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary weighs 470g alone and, for example, together with the just 890g. At less than 1kg, such an outstandingly lightweight camera system gives photographers a tremendous amount of freedom and flexibility to realize their creative visions. It is also a perfect choice for filmmakers looking for a powerful, lightweight and easy-to-handle camera system that also works well with a gimbal and other accessories.

The genes of the Art product line
The optical design of the SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary is based on the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art, which is known for its outstanding optical performance throughout the focal length range. The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary follows the core concept of the Contemporary product line: it has been designed to offer the right balance of performance and handiness. In a body light enough for everyday use, this fast standard Zoom lens thus delivers outstanding image quality that rivals lenses in the Art product line.

Outstanding build quality
Although it is commonly believed that plastic parts are more difficult to ensure build accuracy than metal parts, the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary has not compromised on build quality

in any way.

One reason for this is the use of the special polycarbonate TSC (Thermally Stable Composite), which has comparable thermal shrinkage to aluminum. This reduces the differences in thermal shrinkage between metallic and non-metallic components, ensuring consistent performance even under extreme temperature fluctuations. The use of polycarbonates in the construction of Zoom and focus rings can make them appear less premium in practice. However, when these parts are carefully machined for precision and appropriately adjusted in motion by lubricants, the rings provide precise mechanics with an exceptionally high-quality feel.

Highest Optical Performance
The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary makes use of state-of-the-art technology and features a modern optical design that includes three aspherical, two FLD and two SLD elements

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Despite the overall lower number of elements than the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art, the design still results in extensive correction of longitudinal chromatic aberration and sagital coma that cannot be corrected by camera. This allows users to create images that are consistently sharp from the center to the edge of the shot. In addition to the anti-ghosting design, the Super Multi-Layer and Nano-Porous coatings ensure well-controlled flare for high-contrast results even when backlit.

The

front lens has a water- and oil-repellent coating.

The Everyday Companion
The SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary offers an enhanced photographic experience to photographers with a mirrorless camera who need a fast standard Zoom

lens.

Its high-quality, intuitive construction makes the lens as exciting to use as the incredible images it can produce - inspiring you to realize your creative potential.

High-quality coating
An ideal lens directs incident light through all the lenses and onto the sensor

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If, on the other hand, some of the light is reflected by individual lenses, not only is the light yield reduced; the reflections within the lens create ghost images and aperture spots, or they reduce the contrast. Such effects would be particularly noticeable in backlit shots, and

to prevent this, the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary employs Super Multi-Layer Coating (SML) and Nano Porous Coating, which reduce flare and ghosting. The result is clear, sharp, high-contrast images without distracting lens flares

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