Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II
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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Key Specs
(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
(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
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).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II & Sony Alpha A7 II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II Gallery & Sony A7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II over the Sony A7 II
S5 II | A7 II | |||
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Released | January 2023 | November 2014 | Fresher by 99 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1840k | 1230k | Clearer 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 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II and Sony A7 II
S5 II | A7 II | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3.00" | 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.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.
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 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.
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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II | Sony Alpha A7 II | |
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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 |
Retail cost | $2,000 | $1,456 |