Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3968 video
- Leica L Mount
- 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
- Released January 2023
- Old Model is Panasonic S5

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic S5 II X, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

The Z5 was unveiled 3 years before the S5 II X which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z5 matches up versus the S5 II X for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic S5 II X
Z5 | S5 II X | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Nikon Z5
S5 II X | Z5 | |||
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Released | January 2023 | ![]() | July 2020 | More modern by 29 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+800k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic S5 II X
Z5 | S5 II X | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 features exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 II X has specifications of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic S5 II X in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 and the S5 II X.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and S5 II X is 62 and 59 respectively.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and S5 II X.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S5 II X Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-07-20 | 2023-01-04 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 779 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 65 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,840 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5952x3968 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lb) | 740 grams (1.63 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 370 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | DMW-BLJ31 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Storage slots | Two | Two |
Launch cost | $1,399 | $2,199 |