Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7
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![Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X front Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X/Panasonic-S5-II-X-front.jpg)
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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
- Introduced January 2023
- Superseded the Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Announced January 2014
- Newer Model is Sony A7 II
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic S5 II X versus Sony A7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S5 II X (24MP) and the A7 (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The S5 II X was brought out 9 years later than the A7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the S5 II X grades versus the A7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Sony A7
S5 II X | A7 | |||
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Announced | January 2023 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 109 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1230k | Crisper display (+610k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Panasonic S5 II X
A7 | S5 II X |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A7
S5 II X | A7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 II X comes with outside measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic S5 II X versus Sony A7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S5 II X compared to the A7.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 size comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 II X and A7 is 59 and 78 respectively.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 II X and A7.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern S5 II X provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A7 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2023-01-04 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 779 | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 65 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,840k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3968 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740g (1.63 lbs) | 474g (1.04 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 shots | 340 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLJ31 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Launch pricing | $2,199 | $798 |