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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX

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The Z7 II wins 4 of 8 scored specs (resolution, battery (cipa), weight); the Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX wins 4 (burst, stabilization, max video). The Z7 II is $101 cheaper.

4 WINSBuy it if you want: resolution, battery (cipa), weight.
4 WINSBuy it if you want: burst, stabilization, max video.
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Size, to scale

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Outer sizes are exact, from the makers' dimensions. Shapes are drawn by us to show each body style; the dashed circle is the lens mount at its real diameter.

  • Nikon Z7 II134 × 100.5 × 69.5 mm · 705 g
  • Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1 mm · 740 g

Where they differ

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Z7 IIPanasonic Lumix S5 IIX
PRICE & SCORE
Price$1,697BEST$1,798
CameraFits score7.48.7BEST
PHOTO
Resolution45.7 MPBEST24.2 MP
BurstThe fastest frames per second the maker quotes. Top speeds often use the electronic shutter and may limit autofocus. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.10 fps30 fpsBEST
StabilizationIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.5 stops6.5 stopsBEST
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).People, animals · down to −4 EVPeople, animals, vehicles, trains, aircraft · down to −6 EV
VIDEO
Max videoThe highest video resolution it records internally.4K6KBEST
Crop at 4K 60pWhether 4K 60p uses the full sensor width. A crop makes your lens act longer, so wide shots get harder.None, full width1.5x crop
Colour depth10-bit records far more colour detail than 8-bit, so footage holds up when you grade it. Worth it if you edit video.8-bit 4:2:010-bit 4:2:2
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.N-LogV-Log
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.ProRes RAW / Blackmagic RAW via HDMI (paid upgrade)ProRes RAW / Blackmagic RAW over HDMI
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.NoYes
HDMIFor an external monitor or recorder. Full-size HDMI is sturdier than micro HDMI.MicroFull-size
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.NoYes
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.420 shotsBEST370 shots
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.705 gBEST740 g
ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.3.69M-dot, 0.8×3.68M-dot, 0.78×
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.TiltingFully articulating
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.CFexpress B/XQD + SD UHS-II2x SD UHS-II
SYSTEM
MountWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.Nikon ZL-Mount Alliance
Native lenses50+80+

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