Panasonic S5 II X vs Sony ZV-E1

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.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X & Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.