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-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
KOMODO-X is 8 months newer.
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Wins
Lumix S5 II
Wins
KOMODO-X
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BKOMODO-X has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BKOMODO-X has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 370 shots)
- ALumix S5 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
- ALumix S5 II has lower Weight (740 g vs 1130 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-X
114 × 101 × 71 mm
1130 g (2.49 lb / 39.86 oz)
Lumix S5 II is 20mm wider, 1mm taller, and 19mm thicker than KOMODO-X.
Lumix S5 II is 390 g lighter than KOMODO-X.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 II · 71mm KOMODO-X
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
KOMODO-X
114 × 101 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-X
114 × 71 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
KOMODO-X
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
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, MOV…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Car…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Weight
740 g vs 1130 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 101, 71
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only KOMODO-X supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 370 shots — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
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-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
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 portraits, Lumix S5 II or KOMODO-X?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for KOMODO-X — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO-X?
Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP and KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO-X have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while KOMODO-X has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 II or the KOMODO-X?
Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO-X?
Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g and KOMODO-X weighs 1130 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 390 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO-X record 4K video?
Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. KOMODO-X: 6K 17:9 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix S5 II and KOMODO-X weather sealed?
Lumix S5 II: Yes. KOMODO-X: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S5 II and 640 shots for the KOMODO-X, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 II launched at $1,999 and KOMODO-X at $9,995. The Lumix S5 II is $7,996 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.