Panasonic S5 vs Sony A7 IV

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic S5 versus Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The S5 was unveiled 14 months before the A7 IV which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S5 grades against the A7 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 enjoys exterior measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 IV has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S5 compared to the A7 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and A7 IV is 60 and 61 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and A7 IV.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony A7 IV to give you greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older S5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.