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Nikon ZR vs Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX

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The ZR wins 3 of 6 scored specs (resolution, stabilization, weight); the Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX wins 3 (burst, battery (cipa)). They cost about the same.

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

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TOP (WIDTH × DEPTH), LENS FACING DOWN

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 ZR134 × 80.5 × 49 mm · 630 g
  • Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1 mm · 740 g

Where they differ

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ZRPanasonic Lumix S5 IIX
PRICE & SCORE
CameraFits score8.28.7BEST
PHOTO
Resolution24.5 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.20 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.7.5 stopsBEST6.5 stops
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.Electronic only, 1/160001/8000 mech · 1/8000 elec
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).People · down to −10 EVPeople, animals, vehicles, trains, aircraft · down to −6 EV
VIDEO
Best 4K frame rateThe fastest 4K frame rate. 60p and above lets you slow footage down smoothly, and 120p gives 5× slow motion.4K 120p4K 60p
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
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.N-Log / Log3G10 (R3D)V-Log
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.Internal R3D NE, N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ (12-bit)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.—Yes
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.0 shots370 shotsBEST
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.630 gBEST740 g
ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.—3.68M-dot, 0.78×
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.CFexpress B/XQD + microSD UHS-I2x 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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