Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
Panasonic
95 Overall Score
vs
Sony Alpha a6700 Black
Sony
85 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
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
Sony Alpha a6700 Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Photography
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Youtube
Travel
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II | Sony Alpha a6700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP | 26 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | L2 | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 779 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 11 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264/H.265/MOV/MP4/ProRes 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 1.0M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.66 kg★ | 1.55 kg |
| Battery Life | 370 shots | 2280 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
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
Sony Alpha a6700 Black
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sensor (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong video (88th percentile)88th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
Sony Alpha a6700 Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II
Scores 95 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 9 of 33 specs.
