Panasonic S5 Mark II vs Sony A7 IV – We are comparing the two specifications. Panasonic S5 mark II camera features a newly developed 24MP Sensor with Phase detect AF points and support of DFD still there. The Max burst speed of the Panasonic S5 Mark II is 30fps with an electronic shutter and the expandable ISO range is 50-204800. Since, it’s Panasonic’s first full-frame camera so, we are not expecting blazing-fast AF performance like Sony A7 IV, but at least we will get a more accurate and fast AF system compared to its predecessor the Panasonic S5.
The Video part of the Panasonic S5 is more intense? the camera features open gate 6k 29.9 fps @ 4:2:0 10-bit LongGOP and UHD videos @ 29.97p, 200Mbps (4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, LPCM) and APS-CROP DCI 4k @ 50fps, 200Mbps (4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, LPCM). So, u have to face an APS-C crop if you want to have a 60fps frame rate in UHD or DCI 4k which is not that impressive. Although if we combine all those features of the cinema part, which include Timecode, XLR Mic input, and an advanced built-in fan to suppress overheating. We will be updating this page soon as we get more information related to S5 Mark II
Imaging
| Lens Mount | Leica L | Sony E |
| Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.28 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000) |
Actual: 34.1 Megapixel Effective: 33 Megapixel |
| Sensor Type | 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
| Built-In ND Filter | None | None |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video | Stills & Video |
Shutter and more…
| Panasonic S5 Mark II | Sony A7 IV | |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter, Electronic Shutter | Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/8000 to 60 Seconds Up to 30 Minutes in Bulb Mode Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/2000 to 60 Seconds Up to 30 Minutes Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 60 Seconds Up to 60 Seconds in Bulb Mode 1/16000 to 1/25 Second in Movie Mode |
1/8000 to 30 Seconds |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode | Bulb Mode |
| ISO Sensitivity | Photo 100 to 51,200 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 204,800) Video 100 to 51,200 |
Photo 100 to 51,200 (Extended: 50 to 204,800) Video 100 to 51,200 (Extended: 100 to 102,400) |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Multiple, Spot | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range | 0 to 18 EV | -3 to 20 EV |
| White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
| Continuous Shooting | Mechanical Shutter Up to 9 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 999 Frames (Raw) / 1000+ Frames (JPEG) Electronic Shutter Up to 30 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 199 Frames (Raw) / 299+ Frames (JPEG) |
Up to 10 fps at 33 MP for up to 828 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG) |
| Interval Recording | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay | 2/5/10-Second Delay |
Still Image Capture details
| Panasonic S5 Mark II | Sony A7 IV | |
| Internal Recording Modes |
[6K] 5952×3968 (3:2): 29.97p, 200Mbps (4:2:0 10-bit LongGOP) (H.265/HEVC, LPCM) 6K] 5952×3136 (17:9): 29.97p, 200Mbps (4:2:0 10-bit LongGOP) (H.265/HEVC, LPCM) [5.9K] 5888×3312 (16:9): 29.97p, 200Mbps (4:2:0 10-bit LongGOP) (H.265/HEVC, LPCM) [C4K] 4096×2160: 29.97p, 150Mbps (4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, LPCM) [4K] 3840×2160: 29.97p, 150Mbps (4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, LPCM) [FHD] 1920×1080: 119.88p, 150Mbps (4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, LPCM) |
H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94 fps [50 to 200 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [89 to 222 Mb/s] XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s] |
| Recording Limit | None | None |
| Broadcast Output | NTSC/PAL | NTSC/PAL |
| IP Streaming | None | None |
| Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo | Stereo |
| Audio Recording |
MOV: LPCM (2ch 48kHz/24-bit, 96kHz/24-bit) (4ch 48kHz/24-bit, 96kHz/24-bit) MP4: AAC (2ch 48kHz/16-bit) |
2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio 2-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio 4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio 2-Channel AAC LC Audio |
Camera Interface
| Panasonic S5 Mark II | Sony A7 IV | |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Slot 1: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Video I/O | 1 x HDMI Full Size (Type A) Output | 1 x HDMI Output |
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
| Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input/Output | 1 x USB-C Input/Output |
| Other I/O | 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) 1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input |
1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input/Output (Shared with Remote Input) 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2) Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) |
| Wireless | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None | No *As of October, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Display
| Size | 3.0″ | 3.0″ |
| Resolution | 1,840,000 Dot | 1,036,800 Dot |
| Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD | Free-Angle Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Viewfinder
| Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
| Resolution | 3,680,000 Dot | 0.5″ |
| Eye Point | 21 mm | 3,680,000 Dot |
| Coverage | 100% | 23 mm |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.74x | 100% |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +4 | Approx. 0.78x |
| -4 to +3 |
Auto Focus Details
| Panasonic S5 Mark II | Sony A7 IV | |
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF | Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: Yes Contrast Detection: 225 |
Phase Detection: 759 Contrast Detection: 425 |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | -6 to +20 EV | -4 to +20 EV |
General
| Battery Type | 1 x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 2200 VDC, 7.2 mAh (Approx. 440 Shots) | 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 520 Shots) |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom) | <5.7 W |
| Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount | 1 x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.22 x 3.82 x 3.22″ / 132.6 x 97.1 x 81.9 mm | Magnesium Alloy |
| Weight | 657 g (Body Only) | 5.2 x 3.8 x 3.1″ / 131.3 x 96.4 x 79.8 mm |
| 1.4 lb / 658 g (With Battery, Recording Media) |
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It’s very difficult to draw the line between stills and video, or rather, marketing considerations. I really feel that the market is actually shifting to video functions, and I’m sure there won’t be any models that are only for stills in the future. .
Personally, I don’t record videos at all, so I agree with “separate models”. However, in terms of marketing, it won’t sell unless video functions are steadily improved, so I think manufacturers are struggling.