[Solved] Panasonic Lumix S5 II Cyber Monday deals?

Hello, Panasonic S5 II BFCY deals now live:

• Up to $550 off at Amazon
• Up to $550 off at B&H Photo Video
• Up to $550 off at Adorama

You can take a look at WhenPriceDrop.com, They will track Amazon price and alert you by email.

https://www.whenpricedrop.com/product/B0BR8JMCYG/

https://www.whenpricedrop.com/product/B0BR8G2F5K/

https://www.whenpricedrop.com/product/B0CN9NMQDR/

You can check used deals on S5 II, see deals below:

1. KEH

2. MPB

3. B&H Photo Video Used Store

4. Adorama Used Store 

5. Amazon Warehouse Deals

6. eBay

Gonna try this over the weekend. Will report back if it works!

Same boat, watching this

Bookmarked, thanks!

Hey, I’m using the S5 II right now as my main hybrid body and I totally get watching prices like a hawk!

Option A: **Big photo retailers (B&H, Adorama)**
This is where I bought mine. On last big sale (similar to Cyber Monday) I saw:
- Body-only around $1,500–$1,600
- Kit (20–60mm) only ~$200 more, plus extras like spare battery, bag, cheap but usable SD card.
Pros: legit warranty, good return policy, solid bundles.
Cons: “Freebies” are basic, not amazing quality.

Option B: **Amazon**
Deals can match B&H, but bundles are all over the place.
Pros: you sometimes get lightning deals or coupons.
Cons: third‑party sellers, harder to ensure USA warranty, bundles can be random junk.

Option C: **Local camera stores**
My local shop price-matched B&H and threw in a fast SD card.
Pros: personal support, sometimes better trade-in offers.
Cons: smaller stock, not always advertised online.

For tight budget, IMO go **kit + real battery bundle from B&H/Adorama** if the price gap vs body-only is small. The 20–60mm is fantastic value for video + general photo, and buying that later is more expensive.

Also, check if Panasonic is offering those mail‑in rebates or extended warranties around Cyber Monday – last time that actually tipped the scale for me.

Hope this helps!

Hey, good timing, a lot of us are watching the S5 II right now too.

From a more nerdy/tech angle, what I’d watch on Cyber Monday isn’t just price, but **which bundle makes sense for hybrid**:

1. **Body vs kit:**
- The 20–60mm kit is actually a solid hybrid starter: wider for vlogging/room shots, decent for stills. If you shoot more talking-head and portraits, you might be better off grabbing the **body-only + a fast prime** (Sigma 28–70 f/2.8 or 35/1.8) rather than paying extra for the kit.

2. **Typical discount patterns (last year & recent promos):**
- US: S5 II body has often dipped into the **$1,500–$1,600** range with instant rebates.
- Body + 20–60 kit sometimes lands around **$1,800-ish**, plus freebies.
- Real value is when you see **bonus battery + 128/256GB V60 card** included; those are things you *will* need for 4K and they’re not cheap.

3. **Where to look (besides the usual B&H/Adorama that were already mentioned):**
- **Panasonic direct** sometimes does extra accessories or longer warranties.
- **Local camera stores** (if you’re in the US/EU) occasionally bundle stuff like SmallRig cages, bags, or cheap but usable tripods on Cyber Monday to move stock.

4. **Tech gotchas to keep in mind while hunting deals:**
- For 4K hybrid, you’ll want **V60 SD cards** at least; if the deal includes a random “32GB free card”, it’s usually junk for video.
- Extra **official Panasonic battery** is worth more than a $30 price drop, IMO. Third‑party batteries can be hit or miss with reliability and accurate percentage reporting.
- Double‑check it’s the **S5 II**, not the older S5 or S5 IIX, unless you specifically want the X for codecs.

If you share your region and what you shoot mostly (talking head, events, travel, etc.), folks can probably say whether a specific bundle is actually good value or just marketing fluff.

Hope this helps you not overpay when you finally pull the trigger!

Well, funny timing – I actually *waited* for Cyber Monday last year for the S5 II… and unfortunately the deal I was hoping for never really materialized the way I imagined.

**Story/context:**
I’d been stalking prices for about 6–8 weeks. What happened was: a lot of shops did a “sale” by bumping the price back up to MSRP, then adding a small instant rebate and tossing in a cheap SD card or random bag. Looked flashy, but once I checked price history, it was basically the same as the better regular deals from a month earlier.

**What I’d watch for (budget + value):**
- **Baseline price:** Recently, the S5 II body has often been around $X off MSRP (varies by region). Cyber Monday might only be another $50–$100 off, if that. Don’t expect a miracle drop.
- **Kit vs body only:** The 20–60mm kit is *usually* the best value, but on Cyber Monday I saw some retailers discount the body more than the kit, so weirdly the kit became worse value. Compare both; don’t assume the kit is automatically the deal.
- **Bundles that actually matter:**
- Extra **genuine Panasonic battery** (the 3rd‑party ones I tried were… not great, inconsistent life).
- **Fast SD card** (V60 or better if you care about 4K video). A “bonus 64GB Class 10” is basically marketing fluff.
- Maybe a **small discount on an L‑mount lens** you actually want (the 85mm f/1.8 or 50mm are often in promos).

**Retailers I’d trust/value-check:**
- US: B&H, Adorama, maybe Amazon but only **sold by Amazon/Panasonic**, not random marketplace sellers.
- Also check **Panasonic’s own store** – they sometimes do quieter bundle rebates that are better than the big guys.

**Lesson learned / strategy:**
- Track prices *now* with something like CamelCamelCamel or Keepa if you’re using Amazon, or just note current B&H/Adorama prices.
- If Cyber Monday is only throwing in a junk SD card and a $30 bag, it’s not a real deal. I’d only jump if:
- There’s at least ~$150 real savings **or**
- You’re getting a legit battery + fast card + maybe a small lens discount.

If the Cyber Monday offers are weak, honestly, I’d rather grab a solid non-holiday promo than feel pressured and end up with a fake “sale”.

Hope this helps! Feel free to post any specific bundle you’re looking at and people can sanity-check it.

Hey, DIY angle here since you mentioned budget. One thing I’ve done with the S5 II (and other bodies) is basically “build my own Cyber Monday bundle” instead of hunting the perfect pre-made kit.

Understand the issue: you want max value (body, lens, extras) without overpaying for stuff you don’t really need.

DIY options I’ve used:
- Grab the **best body-only price** from a big retailer (B&H, Adorama, Amazon direct) on Cyber Monday, then
- Hunt **used / refurb L-mount lenses** on MPB, KEH, local FB groups, etc.
- Add **third‑party extras**: Wasabi/Patona batteries, fast SD cards (ProGrade, Lexar) and a cheap but solid cage/rig from SmallRig.

In my experience, that combo *usually* beats the official body+kit+freebie bundles by $100–200 and you get exactly what you want for hybrid video/photo.

My recommendation: on Cyber Monday, focus on the lowest **body-only** deal from a reputable shop, then DIY the rest of the “bundle” with used / third‑party gear. It’s worked really well for me with the S5 II and I’m honestly super happy with the value.

Hope this helps!

Hey, I’m watching the S5 II too and I totally get wanting a deal, but I’d really be careful how you chase it.

From a safety / reliability angle, I’d:

1. **Stick to authorized dealers only** (Panasonic’s site lists them). On Cyber Monday it’s super tempting to grab a sketchy “too good to be true” bundle from random sites or marketplace sellers – that’s where you risk gray‑market bodies (no US warranty, Panasonic may refuse service) or counterfeit batteries/SD cards.

2. **Watch the batteries in bundles.** Some deals toss in no‑name spare batteries or cheap chargers. I’d avoid those tbh – swollen cells, overheating, even fire risk. I’d rather get 1 genuine Panasonic battery than 3 random brand ones.

3. **Check the return policy and warranty in writing.** Before you buy, make sure you can return it easily if there’s AF issues, overheating, or dead pixels. Cyber Monday “final sale” deals can bite you if something’s wrong out of the box.

4. **Be careful with used/open‑box “Cyber Monday specials.”** They can be great value, but ask about shutter count, prior repairs, and whether the full manufacturer warranty still applies.

So IMO, I’d maybe accept a slightly smaller discount from B&H / Adorama / local authorized shop if it means clean warranty + safe batteries + clear returns. For a hybrid workhorse body like this, reliability matters more than squeezing the last $50.

Hope this helps you stay safe while hunting deals!

Hey, long‑term S5 II owner here (18+ months, hybrid work, paid + personal).

My tip: on Cyber Monday, prioritize **the body-only at a solid discount + one genuinely useful extra (battery or high‑end SD)** over flashy “stuffed” bundles.

Why:
- The **body holds value** the longest. A $200–300 cut on the body is way more meaningful than a cheap tripod, bag, or slow SD card you’ll outgrow in 3 months.
- The **kit 20–60mm** is good, but long‑term I’ve used L‑mount primes and the 28–70/2.8 way more for both video and stills. If the kit adds more than ~$200 over body-only, I’d skip unless you truly need a wide zoom right away.
- For hybrid, you’ll *definitely* want:
- At least **two OEM or high‑quality 3rd‑party batteries**
- A **V90 or fast V60 card** if you plan to shoot 4K 10‑bit regularly

So on Cyber Monday I’d personally pounce on:
- Body-only discounted + **bonus OEM battery** or **fast SD card** at B&H / Adorama / MPB (used) rather than a big “everything” bundle.

That setup’s aged really well for me and avoids paying for junk you’ll replace anyway. Hope this helps!

Hey, from more of a market/comparison angle, the S5 II is in a really interesting spot right now vs its rivals.

In the US at least, usual **non-sale street prices** are roughly:
- Panasonic S5 II body: around $1,700
- Sony A7 IV body: around $2,300
- Canon R6 II body: around $2,500

On Cyber Monday, what I’ve seen the last year or two is:
- **Panasonic** tends to do **value bundles** more than massive price cuts: extra battery, cheap fast SD card, maybe a small discount on the 20–60 or 24–105 kit. Don’t be shocked if it’s like $100–200 off plus freebies.
- **Sony/Canon** usually hold price but do **gift cards** (e.g. $200 store credit at B&H/Adorama) or discounted kits. That can make an A7 IV or R6 II *look* closer in price, but once you factor in lenses, the S5 II system is still usually cheaper.

From a hybrid/AF standpoint:
- S5 II AF is finally competitive. It’s not as sticky as Sony in weird low light, but it’s absolutely good enough for most hybrid shooters.
- Where Panasonic often wins on deals is **lens value**: the L-mount Sigma Contemporary primes zooms go on sale a lot, and that’s where your long‑term cost drops vs Sony/Canon.

So if your budget’s tight, I’d watch for:
1. **Body + 20–60 kit** with a modest discount.
2. Bundle that also throws in an **extra battery + 128/256GB V30 card** from B&H, Adorama, or maybe Amazon (sold/fulfilled by Amazon).
3. Compare that final price to any A7 IV / R6 II bundle. In most Cyber Monday scenarios, the S5 II still ends up the best **price/performance** hybrid pick.

In my opinion, if you see the S5 II kit dipping below the **$1,800–1,900** range *with* some extras, that’s a very solid buy in today’s market.

Hope this helps! Feel free to ping if you want a more spec‑by‑spec breakdown vs A7 IV or R6 II specifically.