Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9
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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 A9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Older Model is Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Announced April 2017
- Replacement is Sony A9 II
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S5 II X (24MP) and the A9 (24MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).
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The S5 II X was released 5 years later than the A9 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the S5 II X matches up versus the A9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X & Sony Alpha A9. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Sony A9
S5 II X | A9 | |||
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Announced | January 2023 | ![]() | April 2017 | More recent by 70 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1440k | Crisper screen (+400k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Panasonic S5 II X
A9 | S5 II X |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A9
S5 II X | A9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 II X offers external measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony A9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S5 II X compared to the A9.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 size comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5 II X and A9 is 59 and 65 respectively.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 top view buttons comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 II X and A9.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer S5 II X will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 sensor size comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony A9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-X-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-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 A9 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Sony Alpha A9 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2023-01-04 | 2017-04-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 779 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 65 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,840k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 3,686k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p | - |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3968 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740g (1.63 pounds) | 673g (1.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 92 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3517 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 650 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLJ31 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Price at launch | $2,199 | $4,498 |