GoPro
MISSION 1 PRO
Flagship compact cinema camera with 50MP 1-inch sensor, GP3 processor, 8K60 / 4K240 video, 8K30 Open Gate 4:3, GP-Log2 10-bit, and 20m waterproof rugged body.
$700
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
MISSION 1 PRO is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Lumix S5 II
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has lower AF low-light limit (-6 EV vs 0 EV)
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 0)
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 24.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareMISSION 1 PRO
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 11mm shorter and 18mm thinner than Lumix S5 II.
MISSION 1 PRO is 160 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1 PRO
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Car…
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MISSION 1 PRO
Pros
- ✓8K60 + 4K240 + 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- ✓50MP 1-inch sensor, up to 14 stops DR
- ✓8K30 / 4K120 Open Gate 4:3 reframing
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + 32-bit float audio
- ✓20m waterproof without housing
Cons
- –Premium pricing vs HERO13 Black
- –Fixed lens (ILS variant Q3 2026)
- –New platform — limited third-party support
- –Subscriber discount required for best price
Lumix S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, MISSION 1 PRO or Lumix S5 II?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix S5 II — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix S5 II?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the Lumix S5 II?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix S5 II?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 580 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 160 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The MISSION 1 PRO is $1,299 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Panasonic press materials.