Sony Alpha a6700
Sony
62 Overall Score
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Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
Panasonic
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony Alpha a6700
No customer feedback yet
Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
88 out of 100 high confidence 39 reviews
The Panasonic Lumix S5II is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier hybrid camera, especially for its phase-detect autofocus, video features, and value under $2,000. Users highlight its versatility for both photo and video, with many switching from Sony or Canon. A few concerns include a shutter button issue after extended use, dark images for some, and a rolling shutter, but these are minor compared to the overall satisfaction.
Pros
- Phase-detect autofocus
- Excellent video quality
- Great value for money
- Versatile hybrid performance
- Good image stabilization
Cons
- Shutter button issue after use
- Dark images for some
- Rolling shutter
- APS-C crop in 4K60
- Menu system complex
Autofocus 12
Video quality 10
Value for money 9
Build quality 6
Image quality 5
Shutter button reliability 2
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Youtube
Travel
Product Photography
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Sony Alpha a6700 | Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | BSI CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 26 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | L2 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | — | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 779 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 6K★ |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | — | 100 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | Long GOP, All Intra | H.264/H.265/MOV/MP4/ProRes 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | — | 3"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 0.66 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 370 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | — | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Alpha a6700
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong video (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sensor (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average build (22nd percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II
Scores 95 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.