Lumix S1vs Z5 II
Lumix
Lumix S1 (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Landscape, studio & professional stills 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.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
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
Z5 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The z5 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the z5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1 (2019) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 9fps continuous with AF/AE | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 898g body only | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| 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 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S1 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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