Lumix S1vs Lumix S5 IIX
Lumix
Lumix S1 (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Landscape, studio & professional stills on L-mount
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Lumix
Lumix S5 IIX (2023)
Starting from £2399 new
Best for Professional video, filmmaking & hybrid shooters on L-mount
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Landscape, Studio & Professional Stills On L-Mount — Lumix S1 (2019): Built like a tank with one of the finest viewfinders ever made — the S1 is the choice for photographers who prioritise build quality and IBIS over AF speed.
Professional Video, Filmmaking & Hybrid Shooters On L-Mount — Lumix S5 IIX (2023): The S5 II with ProRes RAW and 6K Open Gate — the most serious L-mount video tool in a portable, weather-sealed body.
Who should buy what
Lumix S1 (2019)
- L-mount system photographers who want a rugged, weather-sealed full-frame body for demanding conditions
- Landscape and studio photographers who value exceptional IBIS and an outstanding EVF
- Video professionals who need V-Log and 4K/60p in a robust, weather-sealed body
- Leica SL users who want a more affordable second body on the same L-mount system
Lumix S5 IIX (2023)
- Video professionals who need ProRes RAW output and 6K Open Gate in a portable L-mount body
- L-mount filmmakers who want USB power for extended recording without battery changes
- Hybrid shooters who need both 24MP stills quality and professional video specs in one camera
- S5 II users who specifically need ProRes RAW support for their post-production workflow
Quick take: The lumix s1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1 (2019) | Lumix S5 IIX (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £2,399 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) | 6K/30p Open Gate, 4K/60p 10-bit, ProRes RAW via HDMI — V-Log, LUT support |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals | Phase-hybrid AF — improved over S5 with subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops | 5-axis IBIS — 6.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 9fps continuous with AF/AE | 9fps mechanical, 30fps electronic (6MP crop) |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 898g body only | 740g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available | OLED EVF, 3.68M-dot, 0.78× |
| Screen | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks | USB-C with power delivery, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks, HDMI full-size |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S1 | Lumix S5 IIX |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports |
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