Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic S5 II X

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic S5 II X, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and S5 II X (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The S1R was launched 4 years before the S5 II X which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S1R matches up versus the S5 II X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic S5 II X Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R offers exterior 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 X has specifications of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic S5 II X in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S1R vs the S5 II X.

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

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and S5 II X.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic S1R to give greater detail utilizing its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S1R is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.