Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic S5 II X

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic S5 II X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z6 II (25MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Z6 II was revealed 3 years prior to the S5 II X and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z6 II grades vs the S5 II X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II has outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 II X has dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Z6 II vs the S5 II X.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and S5 II X is 61 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and S5 II X.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon Z6 II to provide greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older Z6 II will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.