Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
Panasonic
Lumix S9
Compact full-frame L-mount for creators with LUT and social-first features.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2024
Lumix S9 is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S5 II
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Lumix S9
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S5 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (9 fps vs 0 fps)
- ALumix S5 II has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- ALumix S5 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BLumix S9 has lower Weight (486 g vs 740 g)
- ALumix S5 II has higher 1080p max frame rate (180 fps vs 120 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S9
126 × 74 × 47 mm
486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
Lumix S5 II is 8mm wider, 28mm taller, and 43mm thicker than Lumix S9.
Lumix S5 II is 254 g heavier than Lumix S9.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 II · 47mm Lumix S9
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 74 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S9
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 S5 II
Burst (mechanical)
9 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix S9
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126, 73.9, 46.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
486 g vs 740 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
470 shots vs 370 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 S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
Lumix S9
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact FF
- ✓Creator LUT features
- ✓Open gate
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Single slot
- –Limited pro controls
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix S5 II or Lumix S9?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix S9 — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 II and Lumix S9?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Lumix S9 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S9 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 II or the Lumix S9?
Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S9 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 II and Lumix S9?
Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g and Lumix S9 weighs 486 g, so the Lumix S9 is 254 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Lumix S9 record 4K video?
Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S9: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Lumix S5 II and Lumix S9 weather sealed?
Lumix S5 II: Yes. Lumix S9: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S5 II and 470 shots for the Lumix S9, giving the Lumix S9 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 II launched at $1,999 and Lumix S9 at $1,499. The Lumix S9 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.