Panasonic
Lumix S1
Original L-mount full-frame hybrid that launched the S series.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Feb 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 3.8 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S1
Wins
Lumix S5 II
12 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- BLumix S5 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 9 fps)
- BLumix S5 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 90 frames)
- ALumix S1 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,680,000)
- BLumix S5 II has lower Weight (740 g vs 1021 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix S1
149 × 110 × 97 mm
1021 g (2.25 lb / 36.01 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)
Lumix S1 is 15mm wider, 8mm taller, and 7mm thicker than Lumix S5 II.
Lumix S1 is 281 g heavier than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 97mm Lumix S1 · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S1
149 × 110 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 S1
149 × 97 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.9, 110, 96.7
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, XQD
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots vs 370 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 90 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Motorcycle
Weight
740 g vs 1021 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1
Pros
- ✓Rugged build
- ✓Dual slots
- ✓Strong video
Cons
- –Older AF
- –Heavy
- –Superseded by S5 II
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 sports, Lumix S1 or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 9.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for Lumix S1 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1 and Lumix S5 II?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix S1 and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1 or the Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1 reaches 9 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1 and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1 weighs 1021 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 281 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1 and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Lumix S1: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix S1 and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Lumix S1: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1 and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the Lumix S1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1 launched at $2,499 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $500 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.