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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V

Portability
59
Imaging
79
Features
93
Overall
84
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II front
 
Sony Alpha A7R V front
Portability
60
Imaging
84
Features
96
Overall
88

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Key Specs

Panasonic S5 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3968 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
  • Released January 2023
  • Replaced the Panasonic S5
Sony A7R V
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 102800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
  • Revealed October 2022
  • Older Model is Sony A7R IV
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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic S5 II versus Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S5 II (24MP) and A7R V (61MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

Photography Glossary

The S5 II was launched 3 months later than the A7R V so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S5 II matches up versus the A7R V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II over the Sony A7R V

 S5 II A7R V 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Panasonic S5 II

 A7R V S5 II 
Screen dimension3.20"3.00"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2360k1840kClearer screen (+520k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic S5 II and Sony A7R V

 S5 II A7R V 
RevealedJanuary 2023October 2022Same generation
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully articulatedFully Articulated screen
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 II has got physical dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S5 II versus Sony A7R V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S5 II and the A7R V.

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II and A7R V is 59 and 60 respectively.

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 II and A7R V.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony A7R V to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 37 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic S5 II
Portrait photography with Sony A7R V
87
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detection focus
supports RAW formats
90
has manual focus
high sensor resolution (61MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S5 II as a Street photography camera
Sony A7R V as a Street photography camera
78
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment proofing
great high ISO (51,200)
79
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
weather proof
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Sports photography highlights
Sony A7R V Sports photography highlights
83
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
not so great battery pack (370 shots)
92
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high sensor resolution (61MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
great battery pack (600 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic S5 II
Travel photography with Sony A7R V
72
environment proofing
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
not so great battery pack (370 shots)
80
great battery pack (600 shots)
weather proof
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
high sensor resolution (61MP)
selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic S5 II
Landscape photography with Sony A7R V
83
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
great high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
2 card slots
not so great battery pack (370 CIPA)
89
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3.20")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
great high ISO (32,000)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
great battery pack (600 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S5 II Vlogging details
Sony A7R V Vlogging details
79
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection focus
high quality video (5952 x 3968 resolution)
includes external microphone support
80
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
good video quality (7680 x 4320 pxls)
comes with microphone support
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Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A7R V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S5 II and Sony A7R V
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark IISony Alpha A7R V
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II Sony Alpha A7R V
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2023-01-04 2022-10-26
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 61 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 9504 x 6336
Max native ISO 51200 32000
Max enhanced ISO 204800 102800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Min enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 779 693
Lens
Lens support Leica L Sony E
Total lenses 65 187
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully articulated
Screen size 3.00 inches 3.20 inches
Resolution of screen 1,840k dots 2,360k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,680k dots 9,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.9x
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/8000s -
Continuous shutter rate 9.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated 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.
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98)
Max video resolution 5952x3968 7680x4320
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 740 grams (1.63 lbs) 723 grams (1.59 lbs)
Dimensions 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 370 shots 600 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DMW-BLJ31 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots 2 2
Cost at release $2,000 $3,900