Sony a7 a7CR Black
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
What Buyers Say
Sony a7 a7CR Black
The Sony A7CR is overwhelmingly praised for its compact full-frame body, exceptional 61MP sensor, and class-leading autofocus. Users highlight its versatility for street, landscape, and wildlife photography, often comparing it favorably to higher-end models like the A7RV. Minor criticisms include a loud shutter and dim electronic viewfinder, but overall it is considered a top-tier travel and everyday camera.
Pros
- Compact full-frame body
- Excellent 61MP sensor
- Superb autofocus performance
- Great image quality
- Versatile for multiple genres
Cons
- Loud shutter sound
- Dim electronic viewfinder
- No in-camera pixel shift combining
- Small viewfinder size
- Low resolution rear screen
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
The Panasonic Lumix S5II is overwhelmingly praised as a fantastic hybrid camera that finally brings phase-detect autofocus to the L-mount lineup. Users highlight its excellent video features, including a fan for unlimited recording, great stabilization, and beautiful color science, all at a very competitive price. A few long-term users report a shutter button issue, and some note the limited lens selection compared to Sony, but the vast majority consider it the best value full-frame camera under $2,000.
Pros
- Excellent phase-detect autofocus
- Great video quality and codecs
- Internal fan prevents overheating
- Outstanding image stabilization
- Beautiful color science
Cons
- Shutter button issue after extended use
- Limited lens selection compared to Sony
- APS-C crop in 4K 60p
- Rolling shutter at fast pans
- External monitor disables internal display info
Scores
Specifications
| Sony a7 a7CR | Panasonic Lumix S S5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Exmor R BSI CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 61 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 50★ | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | L2 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 779 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 7 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 6K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I | H.264/H.265/MOV/MP4/ProRes 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.43 kg★ | 0.66 kg |
| Battery Life | 490 shots★ | 370 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony a7 a7CR Black
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average social proof (24th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 6 of 33 specs.
