Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Released Jan 2023
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 3.4 years newer.
Wins
Lumix S5 II
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,680,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Battery life (CIPA) (600 shots vs 370 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix S5 II is 2mm wider, 5mm taller, and 7mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix S5 II is 27 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 II · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix S5 II: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Car, Motorcycle
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Weather sealing
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 150 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Vehicle
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, Lumix S5 II or Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 II and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 II or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 II and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 27 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 II and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix S5 II and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix S5 II: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S5 II and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 II launched at $1,999 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix S5 II is $2,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.