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 ZS99
Pocket travel zoom with 20.3MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 30x 24–720mm Leica lens, 4K30 video, 5-axis O.I.S., tilting touchscreen, and USB-C — successor to ZS80 without EVF.
$500
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix ZS99 is 2.1 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S5 II
Wins
Lumix ZS99
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 RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 10 frames)
- ALumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- ALumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- 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 ZS99
112 × 68 × 43 mm
322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz)
Lumix S5 II is 22mm wider, 35mm taller, and 47mm thicker than Lumix ZS99.
Lumix S5 II is 418 g heavier than Lumix ZS99.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 II · 43mm Lumix ZS99
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 ZS99
112 × 68 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 ZS99
112 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix ZS99
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
30.3× 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 -3 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
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
180 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS99
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 67.8, 43.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
322 g vs 740 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 370 shots — 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 ZS99
Pros
- ✓30x 24–720mm Leica zoom in pocket body
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo at 30fps
- ✓5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
- ✓1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen
- ✓USB-C charging + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS80)
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Slow variable aperture (f/3.3–6.4)
- –Limited low-light performance
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 landscape, Lumix S5 II or Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S5 II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS99 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP and Lumix ZS99 is 20.3 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS99 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS99 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 II or the Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS99 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g and Lumix ZS99 weighs 322 g, so the Lumix ZS99 is 418 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS99 record 4K video?
Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS99: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix S5 II and Lumix ZS99 weather sealed?
Lumix S5 II: Yes. Lumix ZS99: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S5 II and 380 shots for the Lumix ZS99, giving the Lumix ZS99 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 II launched at $1,999 and Lumix ZS99 at $500. The Lumix ZS99 is $1,499 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.