Panasonic
Lumix FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
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 6.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix FZ2500
Wins
Lumix S5 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S5 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 20 frames)
- BLumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- BLumix S5 II has higher 1080p max frame rate (180 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
Lumix FZ2500 is 3mm wider and 45mm thicker than Lumix S5 II.
Lumix FZ2500 is 226 g heavier than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 135mm Lumix FZ2500 · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 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.
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 135 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
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
Lumix FZ2500
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
180 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
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 landscape, Lumix FZ2500 or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ2500 or the Lumix S5 II?
Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 226 g lighter.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Lumix FZ2500: No. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ2500 and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the Lumix S5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix FZ2500 launched at $1,199 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix FZ2500 is $800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.