Canon R8 vs Panasonic S5 II X

Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon R8 and Panasonic S5 II X, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The R8 was launched 2 months after the S5 II X which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the R8 grades vs the S5 II X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The complete galleries are available at Canon R8 Gallery and Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon R8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 II X has proportions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Examine the Canon R8 and Panasonic S5 II X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the R8 vs the S5 II X.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R8 and S5 II X is 71 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R8 and S5 II X.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.