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Canon EOS R5 vs Panasonic Lumix S5: which is better?

Canon EOS R5 and Panasonic Lumix S5 compared side by side across 123 specs and 13 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 123 SPECS · 13 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

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CANON

Canon EOS R5

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BEST OVERALL

PANASONIC

Panasonic Lumix S5

$1,999

BEST VALUE

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Canon EOS R5 takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 8.8/10 — 0.1 ahead of the Panasonic Lumix S5. Dead heat on design. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 13 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

AUTO

BATT

BUIL

DESI

DOXM

FEAT

IMAG

OPTI

PERF

VIDE

VALU

THEV

Canon EOS R5×8

Panasonic Lumix S5×3

Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless CameraBEST OVERALL

Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless CameraBEST VALUE

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPTHE VERDICT — Panasonic Lumix S5 leads by 8.7

TIGHTESTDESIGN — dead heat between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

EOS R5LUMIX S5

AutofocusiCanon EOS R5 · +2.0

EOS R59.5

LUMIX S57.5

BATTERYiPanasonic Lumix S5 · +0.5

EOS R56.5

LUMIX S57.0

BuildiCanon EOS R5 · +0.5

EOS R59.0

LUMIX S58.5

DESIGNiTIED AT 8.5

EOS R58.5

LUMIX S58.5

DOXMARKiCanon EOS R5 · +0.5

EOS R59.5

LUMIX S59.0

FEATURESiCanon EOS R5 · +0.2

EOS R59.0

LUMIX S58.8

Image QualityiCanon EOS R5 · +0.5

EOS R59.5

LUMIX S59.0

OPTICSiCanon EOS R5 · +0.7

EOS R59.5

LUMIX S58.8

PERFORMANCEiCanon EOS R5 · +0.5

EOS R59.0

LUMIX S58.5

VIDEOGRAPHYiPanasonic Lumix S5 · +0.2

EOS R59.0

LUMIX S59.2

VideoiTIED AT 9.0

EOS R59.0

LUMIX S59.0

ValueiCanon EOS R5 · +7.5

EOS R57.5

LUMIX S50.0

THE VERDICTiPanasonic Lumix S5 · +8.7

EOS R50.0

LUMIX S58.7

03 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

123 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Canon EOS R520W8.8

Panasonic Lumix S5$1,9995W8.7

AF Pointsi

1,053← BEST +368%

225

Subject Detectioni

Human, Animal, Vehicle

Human, Animal (head, body, eye)

Burst RateFPSi

20 fps← BEST +186%

7 fps

Battery HealthWHi

15.3 Wh

16 Wh

Removable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Battery Level IndicatoriSAME

Yes

Battery PowerMAHi

2130 mAh

2200 mAh

Rechargeable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Full Charge Shotsi

490 shots

470 shots (CIPA LVF)

Battery VoltageViSAME

7.2 V

Battery Modeli

LP-E6NH

DMW-BLK22

Card Slotsi

1x CFexpress Type B, 1x SD UHS-II

Dual (1x UHS-II, 1x UHS-I)

Weather SealingiSAME

Yes

Battery (CIPA)SHOTSi

490 shots← BEST +4%

470 shots

WeightGi

738 g

714 g← 3% lighter

Weather Sealed ( Splashproof )i

Yes, dust and drip resistant

Yes, splash/dust resistant

Screen Resolutioni

2.1M dots

1,840,000 dots

Touch ScreeniSAME

Yes

System Camerai

Mirrorless

Yes (mirrorless)

EVF ResolutionM DOTSi

5.76 m dots← BEST +144%

2.36 m dots

Screen SizeINCHi

3.2 inch← BEST +7%

3 inch

Hot ShoeiSAME

Yes

FlashiSAME

Flip Out ScreeniSAME

Yes

VolumeCM³i

1188 cm³

1032 cm³

Lowest Potential Operating Temperature°CiSAME

0 °C

Tilting ViewfinderiSAME

EVF Refresh Rate ( Max )HZiSAME

120 Hz

WidthMMi

138.5 mm← BEST +4%

132.6 mm

HeightMMi

97.5 mm

102.5 mm← BEST +5%

Maximum Operating Temperature°CiSAME

40 °C

Waterproof Depthi

—

Thicknessi

88 mm

76 mm

Dxomark Sensor Scorei

95← BEST +2%

Dxomark Sports ScoreiSAME

24.9

Dxomark Landscape Scorei

14.6← BEST +1%

14.5

Dxomark Portrait ScoreiSAME

25.5

Bluetooth VersioniSAME

4.2

Typei

Mirrorless Camera

Mirrorless Full-Frame

ViewfinderiSAME

Electronic

Viewfinder CoverageiSAME

100

WeightGi

738 g← BEST +3%

714 g

Processori

DIGIC X

Venus Engine

Release Datei

2020-07-09

2020-09-02

Wi-Fi SupportediSAME

Yes

Bluetooth SupportediSAME

Yes

Dual Card SlotsiSAME

Yes

Pixel Shift Shoti

N/A

Yes (High Resolution Mode)

Shoots RawiSAME

Yes

Supports Lossless Compressed RawiSAME

Yes

Wi-Fi VersioniSAME

802.11ac

Supports A RemoteiSAME

Yes

HDMI SupportediSAME

Yes

GPS SupportiSAME

Support Live StreamingiSAME

Yes

Advanced Hot Shoei

Multi-Function Shoe

Internal StorageiSAME

HDMI Versioni

1.4

2.0 (Type D Micro)

Internal Storage SizeiSAME

0 GB

NFC SupportediSAME

USB Type-CiSAME

Yes

External Memory SlotiSAME

Yes

SensoriSAME

Full-Frame CMOS

ResolutionMPi

45 MP← BEST +86%

24.2 MP

ISO RangeiSAME

100-51200

Dynamic RangeSTOPSi

14.6 stops← BEST +4%

14 stops

Stabilizationi

In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS)

5-axis Sensor-Shift (IBIS)

Sensor Sizei

Full Frame (36 x 24 mm)

35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame)

Lens MountiSAME

Yes

Megapixelsi

45 MP

24.2 MP

Maximum ISOiSAME

51,200

Sensor Shift StabilizationiSAME

Yes

Continuous Shootingi

12 fps

7 fps (AF-S), 5 fps (AF-C)

Phase Detection Autofocus For Photosi

Yes← BEST

Fastest Shutter Speedi

1/8000 s

1/8000 sec

Focus Pointsi

5940

225

Maximum Expanded ISOi

102400

204800

AF TrackingiSAME

Yes

Manual FocusiSAME

Yes

Touch AutofocusiSAME

Yes

Manual Shutter SpeediSAME

Yes

BSI Sensori

Yes← BEST

Manual ExposureiSAME

Yes

Serial Shot ModeiSAME

Yes

CMOS SensoriSAME

Yes

Built In HDR ModeiSAME

Yes

Two Stage ShutteriSAME

Yes

Manual ISOiSAME

Yes

Flash Sync Speedi

1/250 s

1/250 sec

Manual White BalanceiSAME

Yes

Exposure Timei

30 - 1/8000 s

60-1/8000 sec

Image Stabilization Ratingi

8← BEST +23%

6.5

Maximum Electronic Shutter Speedi

1/8000 s

1/8000 sec

Can Combine Image Stabilizationi

Yes

Yes (Dual I.S. 2)

Can Create Panoramas In CameraiSAME

Stacked Cmos SensoriSAME

USB SupportediSAME

Yes

USB Versioni

3.1 Gen 2

3.2 Gen 1

Pixel Size ( Main Camera )i

4.4 µm

5.94 µm

Build Qualityi

9← BEST +6%

8.5

Controlsi

9← BEST +6%

8.5

Autofocus Pointsi

9.5← BEST +27%

7.5

Image Qualityi

9.5← BEST +6%

Video QualityiSAME

Battery Lifei

6.5

7← BEST +8%

Low Light Performancei

9← BEST +6%

8.5

The Verdicti

—

The Panasonic Lumix S5 is an outstanding choice for videographers and hybrid shooters seeking a compact, full-frame camera with class-leading video features and excellent image quality. While its DFD

CommentsiSAME

—

Overall Ratingi

9← BEST +3%

8.7

Color Combinationi

10← BEST +11%

Video Recording ( Main Camera )i

8K DCI 30p, 4K 120p

4K 60p (APS-C crop), 4K 30p (full-frame)

Phase Detection Autofocus For Videosi

Yes← BEST

Microphone InputiSAME

Yes

Audio JackiSAME

Yes

Timelapse FunctioniSAME

Yes

Movie Bit Ratei

Up to 2600 Mbps

200 Mbps

24p Cinema ModeiSAME

Yes

Supports Slow Motion Video RecordiSAME

Yes

Continuous Autofocus When Recording MoviesiSAME

Yes

Stereo MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

Max Videoi

4K 60p

Internal ColoriSAME

10-bit 4:2:2

ROW WINS

04 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Canon EOS R5CANON8.8

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Panasonic Lumix S5 (8.7)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Panasonic Lumix S5PANASONIC8.7

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · —

PRIORITY · THE VERDICT

Best for the verdict

Panasonic Lumix S5PANASONIC8.7

THE VERDICT WEIGHTEDCONF 84%

Best visible score in the the verdict category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R5 (0.0)

PRIORITY · VALUE

Best for value

Canon EOS R5CANON7.5

VALUE WEIGHTEDCONF 72%

Best visible score in the value category group.

RUNNER-UP · Panasonic Lumix S5 (0.0)

05 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1CANON0.0

Canon EOS R5

“The Canon EOS R5 is a professional full-frame mirrorless camera, delivering stunning 45MP stills and revolutionary 8K video for demanding cr”

Autofocus 9.5

DOXMARK 9.5

Wins Image Quality

Wins Overall Rating

TRADE-OFFBattery life can be short

BEST OVERALLFull review →

#2PANASONIC0.0

Panasonic Lumix S5

“The Panasonic Lumix S5 is a compact, full-frame mirrorless camera renowned for its exceptional video capabilities and robust image quality, ”

VIDEOGRAPHY 9.2

DOXMARK 9.0

Wins Height

Wins BSI Sensor

TRADE-OFFContrast-detect autofocus can struggle with tracking

BEST VALUEBest price →

Still deciding? The Canon EOS R5 is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 8.8/10 · WINS 8 OF 13 CATEGORIES

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Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera vs Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera: which is better?

The Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera is our overall pick, scoring 8.8/10 against 8.7/10 for the Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera — a 1% edge. Current starting prices span $1,999. The score weighs category-specific cameras attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera leads overall with a 8.8 total score.
Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera wins 71 comparable specs with a 63% weighted win rate.
Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera has the strongest high-impact advantage in Image Quality.
Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless CameraWINNER 8.8/10

The Canon EOS R5 is a professional full-frame mirrorless camera, delivering stunning 45MP stills and revolutionary 8K video for demanding creators.

Pros

+ Stunning 45MP full-frame sensor
+ Revolutionary 8K DCI video recording
+ Exceptional In-Body Image Stabilization
+ Advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II

Cons

− Battery life can be short
− 8K video overheating limits
− Expensive for many users

Best for: Professional photographers · Advanced videographers · Hybrid content creators

“Verdict: The Canon EOS R5 is an outstanding professional mirrorless camera, offering a superb blend of high-resolution stills and advanced video capabilities. It's an excellent investment for hybrid shooters and professionals who can…”

Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera8.7/10

The Panasonic Lumix S5 is a compact, full-frame mirrorless camera renowned for its exceptional video capabilities and robust image quality, perfect for hybrid shooters.

Pros

+ Exceptional 4K 10-bit video capabilities
+ Excellent 5-axis in-body image stabilization
+ Superb image quality and dynamic range
+ Compact and lightweight full-frame design

Cons

− Contrast-detect autofocus can struggle with tracking
− 4K 60p video has an APS-C crop
− Electronic viewfinder resolution is modest

Best for: Professional videographers · Hybrid photo/video creators · Travel and documentary filmmakers

“Verdict: The Panasonic Lumix S5 is an outstanding choice for videographers and hybrid shooters seeking a compact, full-frame camera with class-leading video features and excellent image quality. While its DFD autofocus isn't the fastest…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera or Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific cameras specs, the Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera scores highest overall (8.8/10, 0.1 points ahead of the Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera and Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

The biggest measurable differences are Image Quality, Overall Rating, AF Points — with the Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera leading on Image Quality. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Canon EOS R5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera better value than the Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

Compare each product's score against its current price in the price section above — the better "value" pick is the one whose strengths match your needs at the lower price.

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