Panasonic
Lumix S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Released Feb 2025
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Released Jan 2023
Lumix S1R II is 2.2 years newer.
Wins
Lumix S1R II
Wins
Lumix S5 II
7 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BLumix S5 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 70 frames)
- ALumix S1R II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- ALumix S1R II has higher Resolution (44.3 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- ALumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 5 stops)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
Lumix S1R II is 2mm thicker than Lumix S5 II.
Lumix S1R II is 55 g heavier than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix S1R II · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 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 S1R II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix S1R II supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Resolution
44.3 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 70 frames — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 90.1
Weight
740 g vs 795 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
370 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 779
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1R II
Pros
- ✓44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓8K video
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓CFexpress plus SD workflow
Cons
- –Large high-res files
- –Premium price
- –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 S1R II or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Lumix S1R II — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1R II and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S1R II and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1R II or the Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1R II and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 55 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1R II and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix S1R II and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Lumix S1R II: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1R II and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the Lumix S5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1R II launched at $3,299 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $1,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.