Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1
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76 Features
92 Overall
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66 Features
89 Overall
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Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Released August 2020
- Replacement is Panasonic S5 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Released March 2023

Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic S5 and Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

The S5 was launched 3 years before the ZV-E1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S5 scores vs the ZV-E1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Sony ZV-E1
S5 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper display (+803k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Panasonic S5
ZV-E1 | S5 | |||
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Released | March 2023 | ![]() | August 2020 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the Panasonic S5 and Sony ZV-E1
S5 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimension | 3.0" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 provides external 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) while the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic S5 and Sony ZV-E1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S5 vs the ZV-E1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and ZV-E1 is 60 and 80 respectively.

Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and ZV-E1.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic S5 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic S5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder


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