Panasonic S5 vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic S5 and Sony RX10 II, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is relatively comparable but the S5 (Full frame) and RX10 II (1") posses different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was released 5 years later than the RX10 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S5 matches up vs the RX10 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 II has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S5 and Sony RX10 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S5 versus the RX10 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and RX10 II is 60 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and RX10 II.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S5 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer S5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.