Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
Panasonic
95 Overall Score
vs
Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
Canon
49 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
Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Youtube
Travel
Product Photography
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II | Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP | 45 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100★ | — |
| Processor | L2 | DIGIC X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 779 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps★ | — |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264/H.265/MOV/MP4/ProRes 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit | Canon Light RAW |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3"★ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | — |
| Articulating | ✓★ | — |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.66 kg★ | 1.36 kg |
| Battery Life | 370 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | — |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI Type A |
| 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
Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong video (76th percentile)
- Strong af (76th percentile)
- Below average display (28th percentile)
- Below average burst (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II Black 2023
Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S5 II
Scores 95 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.
