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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II

Portability
59
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II front
 
Sony Alpha A7 II front
Portability
69
Imaging
71
Features
84
Overall
76

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Key Specs

Panasonic S5 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
  • Announced January 2023
  • Older Model is Panasonic S5
Sony A7 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Released November 2014
  • Older Model is Sony A7
  • Updated by Sony A7 III
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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic S5 II versus Sony A7 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S5 II (24MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The S5 II was manufactured 8 years later than the A7 II and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S5 II grades vs the A7 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II over the Sony A7 II

 S5 II A7 II 
ReleasedJanuary 2023November 2014Fresher by 99 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1840k1230kClearer display (+610k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Panasonic S5 II

 A7 II S5 II 

Common features in the Panasonic S5 II and Sony A7 II

 S5 II A7 II 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display size3.00"3"Same display size

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 II features exterior dimensions 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 A7 II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 II versus Sony A7 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S5 II compared to the A7 II.

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II and A7 II is 59 and 69 respectively.

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 II and A7 II.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher S5 II will have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II sensor size comparison

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Portrait photography info
Sony A7 II Portrait photography info
86
manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
82
manual focus
good MP (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Street photography advice
Sony A7 II Street photography advice
77
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
80
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Sports photography factors
Sony A7 II Sports photography factors
83
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
not so great battery life (370 CIPA)
74
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
comes with phase detect AF
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
low battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Travel photography features
Sony A7 II Travel photography features
72
environment proofing
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
not so great battery life (370 CIPA)
61
environment proof
good MP (24 megapixels)
low battery pack (350 shots)
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Landscape photography information
Sony A7 II Landscape photography information
82
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
good ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
not so great battery life (370 per charge)
80
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
low battery pack (350 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic S5 II
Vlogging with Sony A7 II
79
selfie friendly display
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focus
video res high (5952 x 3968 resolution)
includes external mic jack
36
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have mic socket
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S5 II and Sony A7 II
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark IISony Alpha A7 II
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II Sony Alpha A7 II
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2023-01-04 2014-11-20
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 51200 25600
Max enhanced ISO 204800 51200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 779 117
Lens
Lens support Leica L Sony E
Available lenses 65 121
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Tilting
Display size 3.00" 3"
Resolution of display 1,840 thousand dots 1,230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,680 thousand dots 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.71x
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 9.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
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 no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 5952x3968 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 740 grams (1.63 lbs) 599 grams (1.32 lbs)
Physical dimensions 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 90
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 2449
Other
Battery life 370 photos 350 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DMW-BLJ31 NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Type of storage SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Two Single
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