Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7S II

Below is a complete review of the Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and A7S II (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The S5 II X was unveiled 7 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the S5 II X grades versus the A7S II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X & Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 II X features outside measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

See the Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A7S II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S5 II X and the A7S II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II X and A7S II is 59 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 II X and A7S II.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic S5 II X to offer greater detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern S5 II X should have a benefit in sensor technology.