Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S2

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and S2 (14MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and S2 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The Z5 was unveiled 8 years later than the S2 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Z5 matches up against the S2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has got physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Z5 versus the S2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and S2 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and S2.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will give you extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Z5 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.