Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A9 II

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S5 II (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The S5 II was manufactured 3 years later than the A9 II and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the S5 II scores versus the A9 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 II Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 II has got physical dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S5 II vs Sony A9 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S5 II compared to the A9 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 II and A9 II is 59 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 II and A9 II.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern S5 II should have an advantage in sensor innovation.