Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
Luna Ultra is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Lumix S5 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 740 g)
- ALuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BLumix S5 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BLumix S5 II has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 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)
Luna Ultra is 82mm narrower and 52mm thinner than Lumix S5 II but it is also 68mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 507 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 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.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
7.3× 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
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 740 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 180 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV, MP4
Eye AF
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
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, Luna Ultra or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 6.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix S5 II?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Luna Ultra and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix S5 II?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Luna Ultra is 507 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Luna Ultra is $1,229 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Panasonic press materials.