Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic S5 II

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic S5 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and S5 II (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The S1R was manufactured 4 years before the S5 II which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S1R matches up vs the S5 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic S5 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R has got outer measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 II has specifications of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic S5 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1R versus the S5 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and S5 II is 54 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and S5 II.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic S1R to offer you extra detail due to its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1R is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.