Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R
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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 A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Replaced the Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released February 2014
- Newer Model is Sony A7R II
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A7R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and A7R (36MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).
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The S5 II X was brought out 9 years later than the A7R and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S5 II X grades against the A7R for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X & Sony Alpha A7R. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Sony A7R
S5 II X | A7R | |||
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Released | January 2023 | ![]() | February 2014 | More recent by 109 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper screen (+610k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Panasonic S5 II X
A7R | S5 II X |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A7R
S5 II X | A7R | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 II X has got outside dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony A7R has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A7R in our newest Camera & 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 ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the S5 II X and the A7R.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R size comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II X and A7R is 59 and 78 respectively.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R top view buttons comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 II X and A7R.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony A7R to give extra detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S5 II X should have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R sensor size comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-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 A7R Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A7R |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2023-01-04 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 779 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 65 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.00" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,840k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 740 grams (1.63 lb) | 465 grams (1.03 lb) |
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 All around score | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 340 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BLJ31 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at launch | $2,199 | $1,898 |