Panasonic
AG-CX350
Broadcast 4K camcorder with 1-inch 15MP MOS sensor, 20x zoom, 10-bit ALL-Intra/HEVC, HLG, 3G-SDI, dual XLR, and NDI|HX option.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
Lumix S5 II is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
AG-CX350
Wins
Lumix S5 II
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- AAG-CX350 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AAG-CX350 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BLumix S5 II has higher Resolution (24.2 MP vs 15 MP)
- AAG-CX350 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 5 stops)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareAG-CX350
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)
AG-CX350 is 11mm shorter and 18mm thinner than Lumix S5 II.
AG-CX350 is 160 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm AG-CX350 · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
AG-CX350
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.
AG-CX350
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
AG-CX350
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
AG-CX350
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only AG-CX350 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only AG-CX350 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Car…
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 15 MP — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 90 % — higher is better
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.
AG-CX350
Pros
- ✓1-inch 15MP MOS (2000 TV lines)
- ✓4K 10-bit ALL-Intra & HEVC LongG
- ✓3G-SDI + dual XLR + genlock/timecode
- ✓Built-in ND + IR cut filter
- ✓HLG / V-Log L compatible workflow
Cons
- –Heavy at 1.9 kg body-only
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Fixed 20x lens
- –NDI requires optional license
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
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, AG-CX350 or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for AG-CX350 — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the AG-CX350 and Lumix S5 II?
AG-CX350 is 15 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the AG-CX350 and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
AG-CX350 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the AG-CX350 or the Lumix S5 II?
AG-CX350 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the AG-CX350 and Lumix S5 II?
AG-CX350 weighs 580 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the AG-CX350 is 160 g lighter.
Do the AG-CX350 and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
AG-CX350: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the AG-CX350 and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
AG-CX350: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the AG-CX350 and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the AG-CX350 the edge.
How much does each cost?
AG-CX350 launched at $5,995 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $3,996 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.