Canon R5 vs Panasonic S5 II X

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon R5 vs Panasonic S5 II X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and S5 II X (24MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The R5 was revealed 3 years prior to the S5 II X which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the R5 scores versus the S5 II X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The full galleries are available at Canon R5 Gallery and Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon R5 comes with physical measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 II X has proportions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

See the Canon R5 vs Panasonic S5 II X in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the R5 versus the S5 II X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R5 and S5 II X is 59 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R5 and S5 II X.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon R5 to show more detail because of its extra 21MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged R5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.