Panasonic
Lumix S1 IIE
Creative full-frame S-series body with 24.2MP BSI sensor, open-gate video, and S1 II ergonomics.
$2,499
Released May 2025
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Released Jan 2023
Lumix S1 IIE is 2.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix S1 IIE
Wins
Lumix S5 II
12 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S1 IIE has higher Max video bit rate (800 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- ALumix S1 IIE has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 5 stops)
- ALumix S1 IIE has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,680,000)
- ALumix S1 IIE has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 9 fps)
- BLumix S5 II has lower Weight (740 g vs 800 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S1 IIE
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
Lumix S1 IIE is 2mm thicker than Lumix S5 II.
Lumix S1 IIE is 60 g heavier than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix S1 IIE · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1 IIE
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
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 S1 IIE
Max video bit rate
800 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix S1 IIE supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91.8
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 90.1
Weight
740 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
370 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 779
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1 IIE
Pros
- ✓24.2MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓Tilt/free-angle monitor
Cons
- –Less speed than S1 II
- –Premium over S5 II
- –L-mount lens size
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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, Lumix S1 IIE or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Lumix S1 IIE — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1 IIE and Lumix S5 II?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix S1 IIE and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1 IIE has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1 IIE or the Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1 IIE reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1 IIE and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1 IIE weighs 800 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 60 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1 IIE and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Lumix S1 IIE: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix S1 IIE and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Lumix S1 IIE: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1 IIE and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the Lumix S5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1 IIE launched at $2,499 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.