Lumix S5 IIvs OM System OM-1 Mark II
Lumix
Lumix S5 II (2023)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Hybrid video & photography
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OM System
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
Wildlife, Birds & Outdoor Sports — OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024): OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
Who should buy what
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- Hybrid photographers who want phase-detect AF for the first time on a Lumix S body
- Video creators who want 6K and reliable subject tracking in a full-frame body
- S5 owners upgrading to the most significant Lumix full-frame update in years
- L-mount photographers who want the best value full-frame Lumix available
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need the best subject tracking in MFT
- Sports photographers who want weather sealing and 50fps burst
- OM-1 owners looking for a meaningful autofocus upgrade
- Professionals who need pro-grade weather sealing in the lightest possible system
Quick take: The lumix s5 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S5 II (2023) | OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,999 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.0MP |
| Video | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | 8.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 120fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | 740 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 740g body only | 599g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica L-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S5 II | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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