Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7R

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II X and A7R is 59 and 78 respectively.

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.