Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic S5 II X
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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic S5 II X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
- Revealed May 2023
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- 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
- Previous Model is Panasonic S5
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic S5 II X, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and S5 II X (24MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z8 was released 5 months after the S5 II X and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z8 matches up vs the S5 II X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic S5 II X Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z8 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z8 Gallery & Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Panasonic S5 II X
| Z8 | S5 II X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.20" |  | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2089k |  | 1840k | Crisper display (+249k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Nikon Z8
| S5 II X | Z8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Panasonic S5 II X
| Z8 | S5 II X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2023 |  | January 2023 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic S5 II X Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z8 enjoys external measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 II X has proportions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z8 and the S5 II X.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z8 and S5 II X is 55 and 59 respectively.
Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic S5 II X Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z8 and S5 II X.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon Z8 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively.
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