Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Old Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Introduced August 2020
- Renewed by Panasonic S5 II
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and S5 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z7 II was brought out 3 months later than the S5 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z7 II matches up versus the S5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic S5
Z7 II | S5 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | 3.0" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1840k | Clearer display (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Nikon Z7 II
S5 | Z7 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic S5
Z7 II | S5 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | August 2020 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 II offers outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has proportions 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 Z7 II versus Panasonic S5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II versus the S5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and S5 is 61 and 60 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and S5.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon Z7 II to give you extra detail having its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2020-08-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 15 | 31 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.0" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
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 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 714g (1.57 lb) |
Physical 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 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 | 420 shots | 440 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Retail price | $2,997 | $1,999 |