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 ZS300
Large-sensor travel compact with 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS, 15x 24–360mm Leica zoom, 4K30 video, hybrid O.I.S., and USB-C — ZS200 successor without EVF.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Lumix ZS300 is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S5 II
Wins
Lumix ZS300
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S5 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- ALumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- ALumix S5 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 14 frames)
- ALumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- ALumix S5 II has higher 1080p max frame rate (180 fps vs 60 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
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Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
Lumix S5 II is 23mm wider, 36mm taller, and 45mm thicker than Lumix ZS300.
Lumix S5 II is 403 g heavier than Lumix ZS300.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 II · 45mm Lumix ZS300
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS300
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix ZS300
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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 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 14 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
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS300
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Weight
337 g vs 740 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 9 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
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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 ZS300
Pros
- ✓1-inch 20.1MP BSI sensor
- ✓15x 24–360mm Leica zoom
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo burst
- ✓AF macro from 3 cm
- ✓USB-C + Bluetooth/Wi-Fi sharing
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS200)
- –Slow f/3.3–6.4 aperture
- –Fixed rear screen only
- –$100 premium over ZS200 launch
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix S5 II or Lumix ZS300?
Lumix S5 II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS300 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS300?
Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP and Lumix ZS300 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS300 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 II or the Lumix ZS300?
Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS300?
Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g and Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g, so the Lumix ZS300 is 403 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS300 record 4K video?
Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS300 weather sealed?
Lumix S5 II: Yes. Lumix ZS300: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S5 II and 360 shots for the Lumix ZS300, giving the Lumix S5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 II launched at $1,999 and Lumix ZS300 at $899. The Lumix ZS300 is $1,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.