Panasonic’s Lumix G1 in 2008 was the first mirrorless camera and the company has since secured a reputation for producing highly competent and compact Micro Four Thirds models. The firm moved into the full-frame market with its Lumix S series cameras, which use the L lens mount developed by the Leica, Panasonic and Sigma alliance. Panasonic cameras have excellent video features, with 4K Photo mode producing high-quality stills from 4K footage. Picking just ten of the best was quite a challenge…
Panasonic Lumix S5
● Street price around £1,549
The Panasonic Lumix S5 is the all-around best full-frame L-mount camera. It’s relatively small and has good DSLR-style handling. The S5 comes with in-body stabilisation, a weather-sealed magnesium alloy body and a range of options for videographers including HDR, V-Log and S&Q
