Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Lumix S5 II is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S5 II
Wins
KOMODO 6K
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 3,200)
- ALumix S5 II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- BKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- ALumix S5 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- ALumix S5 II has lower Weight (740 g vs 1000 g)
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
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
Lumix S5 II is 12mm thinner than KOMODO 6K but it is also 32mm wider.
Lumix S5 II is 260 g lighter than KOMODO 6K.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 II · 102mm KOMODO 6K
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
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 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
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
2.2× 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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, MOV…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 3,200 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Reasons to choose
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Lumix S5 II or KOMODO 6K?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO 6K?
Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP and KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO 6K have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 II or the KOMODO 6K?
Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO 6K?
Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g and KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 260 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO 6K record 4K video?
Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO 6K weather sealed?
Lumix S5 II: Yes. KOMODO 6K: No.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 II launched at $1,999 and KOMODO 6K at $5,995. The Lumix S5 II is $3,996 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and RED press materials.