Panasonic S5 II X vs Panasonic G6

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic S5 II X versus Panasonic G6, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and G6 (16MP) and the S5 II X (Full frame) and G6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The S5 II X was introduced 9 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the S5 II X matches up versus the G6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 II X has got outer measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S5 II X versus Panasonic G6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S5 II X against the G6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5 II X and G6 is 59 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 II X and G6.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S5 II X using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S5 II X will show extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher S5 II X provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.