Panasonic
Lumix S5 IIX
Video-first full-frame body with internal ProRes and phase-detect AF.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Panasonic
Lumix S9
Compact full-frame L-mount for creators with LUT and social-first features.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2024
Lumix S9 is 1 year newer.
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Lumix S5 IIX
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Lumix S9
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Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S5 IIX has higher Burst (mechanical) (9 fps vs 0 fps)
- ALumix S5 IIX has higher Max video bit rate (800 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- ALumix S5 IIX has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- ALumix S5 IIX has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BLumix S9 has lower Weight (486 g vs 740 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix S5 IIX
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 S9
126 × 74 × 47 mm
486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
Lumix S5 IIX is 8mm wider, 28mm taller, and 43mm thicker than Lumix S9.
Lumix S5 IIX is 254 g heavier than Lumix S9.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix S5 IIX · 47mm Lumix S9
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S5 IIX
134 × 102 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 74 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix S5 IIX
134 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 IIX
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S9
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
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 IIX
Burst (mechanical)
9 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II, USB-SSD
Max video bit rate
800 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, MOV…
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 IIX supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S9
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126, 73.9, 46.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
486 g vs 740 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
470 shots vs 370 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 779
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S5 IIX
Pros
- ✓Internal Apple ProRes 422 HQ recording
- ✓First Lumix with phase-detect AF
- ✓6K open gate video (3:2 full-sensor)
- ✓4K 120p slow-motion
Cons
- –24.2MP limits still resolution vs. A7 IV
- –AF still trails Canon/Sony in tracking speed
- –Large body for 24MP
Lumix S9
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact FF
- ✓Creator LUT features
- ✓Open gate
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Single slot
- –Limited pro controls
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix S5 IIX or Lumix S9?
Lumix S5 IIX scores 8.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix S9 — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S5 IIX and Lumix S9?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix S5 IIX and Lumix S9 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S5 IIX has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S9 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S5 IIX or the Lumix S9?
Lumix S5 IIX reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S9 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S5 IIX and Lumix S9?
Lumix S5 IIX weighs 740 g and Lumix S9 weighs 486 g, so the Lumix S9 is 254 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S5 IIX and Lumix S9 record 4K video?
Lumix S5 IIX: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S9: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Lumix S5 IIX and Lumix S9 weather sealed?
Lumix S5 IIX: Yes. Lumix S9: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S5 IIX and 470 shots for the Lumix S9, giving the Lumix S9 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S5 IIX launched at $2,199 and Lumix S9 at $1,499. The Lumix S9 is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.