Nikon
Zf
Retro-styled 24.5MP full-frame mirrorless with classic dials, EXPEED 7 AF, 8-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p video.
$2,049
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
Zf is 9 months newer.
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Wins
Zf
Wins
Lumix S5 II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 273)
- AZf has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 5 stops)
- AZf has higher Burst (mechanical) (14 fps vs 9 fps)
- BLumix S5 II has higher 1080p max frame rate (180 fps vs 120 fps)
- AZf has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 51,200)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Zf
144 × 103 × 49 mm
710 g (1.57 lb / 25.04 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)
Zf is 41mm thinner than Lumix S5 II but it is also 10mm wider and 1mm taller.
Zf is 30 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 49mm Zf · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Zf
144 × 103 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.
Zf
144 × 49 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Zf
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Zf
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Lumix S5 II: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Zf
AF low-light limit
-10 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Dogs…
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC 8-bit, H.265/HEVC 10-bit, H.264/AVC 8-bit
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 144, 103, 49
AA filter
Only Zf supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Zf supports it
Card types
Adds MicroSD UHS-I
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, MOV…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
AF points / zones
779 vs 273 — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
1080p max frame rate
180 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Zf
Pros
- ✓Beautiful retro design
- ✓273-point hybrid AF
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulated touchscreen
Cons
- –No grip extension standard
- –Mixed SD + MicroSD card slots
- –24.5MP only
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 video, Zf or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for Zf — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the Zf and Lumix S5 II?
Zf is 24.5 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the Zf captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Zf and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Zf has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Zf or the Lumix S5 II?
Zf reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Zf and Lumix S5 II?
Zf weighs 710 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Zf is 30 g lighter.
Do the Zf and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Zf: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Zf and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Zf: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Zf and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the Zf the edge.
How much does each cost?
Zf launched at $2,049 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $50 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon and Panasonic press materials.