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Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic S5 Mark II X
Panasonic S5
Camera summary
The Panasonic S5, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Aug. 14, 2020. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 204800. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.7 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic S5 Mark II X, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Panasonic S5 Mark II X
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 24 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 225 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264, H.265.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 440 shots per charge with the included DMW-BLJ31 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Panasonic S5 Mark II X
Camera summary
The Panasonic S5 Mark II X, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Jan. 4, 2023. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 204800. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic S5, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic S5
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 24 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 779 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 5952 x 3968 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264, H.265.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 370 shots per charge with the included DMW-BLJ31 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 225 | 779 |
Connectivity |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 25.1 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 14.5 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 2697.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 94.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Aug. 14, 2020 | Jan. 4, 2023 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| msrp | $997.99 | $2,197.99 |
| model | Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| Predecessor model | Panasonic S5 | |
| Successor model | Panasonic S5 Mark II X | |
Lense |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| Focal length multiplier | 1x | 1x |
| Lens mount | Leica L | Leica L |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 104 | 104 |
Other features |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 7.0 fps | 0.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 60 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| Battery life | 440 shots | 370 shots |
| Battery model | DMW-BLJ31 | DMW-BLJ31 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 133 x 97 x 82mm | 134 x 102 x 90mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 714 grs | 740 grs |
Screen |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
| Max image resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8 mm | 35.6 x 23.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 24 | 24 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 5952 x 3968 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3328 x 2496 @ 30p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3328 x 2496 @ 23.98p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p |
Viewfinder |
Panasonic S5 | Panasonic S5 Mark II X |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |