Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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
- Revealed August 2020
- Successor is Panasonic S5 II
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic S5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z5 was introduced within a month of the S5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Z5 scores vs the S5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic S5
Z5 | S5 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.0" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Nikon Z5
S5 | Z5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1840k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+800k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic S5
Z5 | S5 | |||
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Revealed | July 2020 | August 2020 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 has got external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has specifications of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic S5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 vs the S5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and S5 is 62 and 60 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and S5.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2020-08-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Available lenses | 15 | 31 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.0 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lb) | 714 gr (1.57 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 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 | 470 shots | 440 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at release | $1,399 | $1,999 |