Resources for new S5 user

[Rich Jacobson]

In addition to the advanced user guide, is there a book that would be a good guide to the advanced features of this camera? I just picked up the S5 with 20-60 and 50mm f/1.8, and this camera has way more features and customization than the Fuji and Nikon cameras I have used in the past. I’m looking forward to putting them to good use!

I’ll be using it for photos only, my favorite subjects are my grandkids, landscapes and travel photos. I’m sure this setup is overkill for me, and I’m still tempted to try the Fuji X-T5, but that would cost at least $600 more with similar lenses (XF16-80 and 35 f/2).

 

[Off The Mark]

I don't know about a book, but if videos are ok for you, then Michael the Maven on YouTube has a pretty good intro to the S1, which is the older sibling to the S5, and might be a good place to start.

There is a Lumix youtube channel that goes over many of the features too.

 

[Rich Jacobson]

Thanks. I have seen some of the Lumix videos which are pretty useful. Many of the YouTube videos are geared towards video rather than photo usage, but I'll keep looking there.

 

[Deltic]

There is also this book on the S1/S1R which may help to a degree: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1086830784?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details

 

[sansin]

In addition to the advanced user guide, is there a book that would be a good guide to the advanced features of this camera? I just picked up the S5 with 20-60 and 50mm f/1.8, and this camera has way more features and customization than the Fuji and Nikon cameras I have used in the past. I’m looking forward to putting them to good use!

How much did you pay for the whole kit?

 

[Rich Jacobson]

$2,000. I’ve seen this package before but it just came back last week at B&H, now also at Adorama and Best Buy in the U.S.