Canon RP vs Panasonic S5

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon RP vs Panasonic S5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the RP (26MP) and the S5 (24MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The RP was introduced 18 months prior to the S5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the RP scores against the S5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS RP and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon RP Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon RP enjoys external dimensions of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has proportions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the RP against the S5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the RP and S5 is 70 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the RP and S5.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon RP to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged RP will be behind in sensor innovation.