Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3968 video
- Leica L Mount
- 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
- Announced January 2023
- Succeeded the Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Launched October 2021
- Superseded the Sony A7 III
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV Overview
Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S5 II X was manufactured 15 months later than the A7 IV which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S5 II X scores against the A7 IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X and Sony Alpha A7 IV. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery and Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Sony A7 IV
S5 II X | A7 IV | |||
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Launched | January 2023 | October 2021 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Screen resolution | 1840k | 1440k | Crisper screen (+400k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Panasonic S5 II X
A7 IV | S5 II X |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A7 IV
S5 II X | A7 IV | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.00" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 II X enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S5 II X versus the A7 IV.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S5 II X and A7 IV is 59 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 II X and A7 IV.
All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony A7 IV to produce more detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S5 II X will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2023-01-04 | 2021-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 33MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7008 x 4672 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 779 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 65 | 172 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3.00" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,840 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
Highest video resolution | 5952x3968 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes (USB PD supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 740 gr (1.63 lb) | 699 gr (1.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 600 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BLJ31 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Price at release | $2,199 | $2,500 |