Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S5

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon Z9 and Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z9 (46MP) and S5 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Z9 was announced 15 months after the S5 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z9 scores vs the S5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z9 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z9 Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z9 comes with outside dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 has specifications of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z9 vs the S5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z9 and S5 is 51 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z9 and S5.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon Z9 to resolve greater detail with its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern Z9 should have a benefit in sensor technology.