Panasonic Japan warns the S5II will be in short supply due to higher than expected preorder numbers

Panasonic Japan issued the following warning:

Thank you for using Panasonic products.

We have received orders for the LUMIX “DC-S5M2”, a full-frame single-lens camera scheduled to be released on February 16th, which greatly exceeded our expectations. may not be delivered on the same day as the release date.
In addition, customers who make reservations in the future may take some time to deliver the product after its release.
We sincerely apologize for causing a great deal of inconvenience to our customers, who are looking forward to our products, and to all concerned.
In order to meet the expectations of our customers, we will do our best to deliver as soon as possible, so we appreciate your understanding.

Sam Holland: HIDDEN S5ii Feature NOBODY is Talking About!

Preorders:
S5II at Bhphoto, Adorama, Amazon US&EU&CA, Fotokoch, FotoErhardt, WexUK, Ipln.
S5IIx at Bhphoto, Adorama, Amazon US&CA&EU, Fotokoch, FotoErhardt, WexUK, Ipln.
14-28mm S lens at Bhphoto, Adorama, Amazon US&CA&EU, FotoErhardt, WexUK, Ipln.

Sam writes:

This HIDDEN feature within the Lumix S5ii is truly something for professionals who want smooth, precise focus every time from a hybrid compact video camera.
‘Focus Transition’ is an amazing feature that I can see making its way into every camera very soon.

TheSlantedLens: Panasonic Lumix S5 II vs Sony a7 IV – Which is Better?

TheLSantedLens:

Panasonic Lumix S5 II vs Sony a7 IV Camera Comparison. We compare 2 cameras that are very much entry level cameras but excellent cameras in their class. We have the new Lumix S5 Mark II which is a new, really exciting release from Panasonic and we have the Sony a7 Mark IV. These have the ideal specs for a beginning level mirrorless camera in the $2000-$2500 dollar range for anyone wanting to do photo and video.