• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Canon 1DX Mark II advantages over Panasonic S5 IIX

  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    409600 vs 204800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic S5 IIX advantages over Canon 1DX Mark II

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Newer
    18 months vs 9 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    714g vs 1544g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Top deck display
    Both provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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  • Excellent image quality, especially from RAWs; Fantastic high ISO performance; Fast autofocus with great tracking performance; 14fps burst rate; Amazing buffer capacity; 4K 60p video; Robust build quality.

  • Very heavy, bulky and expensive; Dual memory card slots use different formats; 29:59 continuous video recording limit; Touchscreen feels underutilized.

  • Read our Canon 1DX Mark II Review

The Competition

Compared to Canon EOS-1D C

Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon EOS-1D C
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in GPS
  • $6989
  • 35mm

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Panasonic S5 IIX
Canon EOS-1D C
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $6989
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

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Compared to Nikon D4S

Canon 1DX Mark II
Nikon D4S
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $5399
  • 35mm
  • Fast startup
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon 1DX Mark II vs Nikon D4S

Panasonic S5 IIX
Nikon D4S
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5399
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

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Compared to Nikon D5

Canon 1DX Mark II
Nikon D5
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Built-in GPS
  • $4911
  • 35mm
  • Fast startup
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon 1DX Mark II vs Nikon D5

Panasonic S5 IIX
Nikon D5
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4911
  • 35mm
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • Higher extended ISO

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Compared to Canon R6 Mark II

Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Built-in GPS
  • Top deck display
  • $2215
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon 1DX Mark II vs Canon R6 Mark II

Panasonic S5 IIX
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
  • $2215
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

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Compared to Panasonic S5 II

Canon 1DX Mark II
Panasonic S5 II
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Built-in GPS
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Canon 1DX Mark II vs Panasonic S5 II

Panasonic S5 IIX
Panasonic S5 II
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • $2000
  • 35mm

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