Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5
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Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Launched October 2020
- Succeeded the Canon M50
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Launched August 2020
- Renewed by Panasonic S5 II

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon M50 II versus Panasonic S5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M50 II (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is relatively comparable but the M50 II (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

The M50 II was launched 3 months later than the S5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M50 II scores versus the S5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M50 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M50 II Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Panasonic S5
M50 II | S5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Canon M50 II
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Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M50 II and Panasonic S5
M50 II | S5 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | ![]() | August 2020 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3.0" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 II offers physical measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") with a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).
Look at the Canon M50 II versus Panasonic S5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the M50 II against the S5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 II and S5 is 79 and 60 respectively.

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M50 II and S5.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The M50 II includes the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more difficult.

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 II vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2020-08-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 31 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3.0" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 387g (0.85 lb) | 714g (1.57 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 305 photographs | 440 photographs |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Pricing at release | $599 | $1,999 |