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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
59
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
67
Features
89
Overall
75

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Panasonic S5 II X
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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
  • Launched January 2023
  • Older Model is Panasonic S5
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Introduced March 2023
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic S5 II X versus Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The S5 II X was launched 2 months prior to the ZV-E1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 II X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S5 II X matches up against the ZV-E1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Sony ZV-E1

 S5 II X ZV-E1 
Screen resolution1840k1037kSharper screen (+803k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Panasonic S5 II X

 ZV-E1 S5 II X 

Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Sony ZV-E1

 S5 II X ZV-E1 
IntroducedJanuary 2023March 2023Same age
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen dimensions3.00"3.00"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 II X provides external measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has measurements of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S5 II X versus Sony ZV-E1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S5 II X compared to the ZV-E1.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5 II X and ZV-E1 is 59 and 80 respectively.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 II X and ZV-E1.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic S5 II X to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S5 II X Portrait photography advice
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography advice
86
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
72
has manual focus
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S5 II X as a Street photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Street photography camera
77
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
provides focus by touch
environment proof
great ISO range (51,200)
84
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
includes focus via touch
weather proofing
lighter than average in class (483g)
great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S5 II X Sports photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography details
83
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
comes with phase detect autofocus
not so great battery (370 per charge)
72
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proofing
good battery (570 shots)
has phase detect AF
maximum shutter speed is a little low