Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic S5

The following is a extensive review of the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z6 (25MP) and the S5 (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The Z6 was brought out 24 months prior to the S5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z6 matches up against the S5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 comes with outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has sizing of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z6 versus the S5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 and S5 is 62 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 and S5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon Z6 to provide you with more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Z6 will be behind in sensor innovation.