Panasonic Lumix S1R II vs Canon EOS R5 C
Panasonic Lumix S1R II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Lumix S1R II is the better pick for travel, portraits, wildlife, vlogging.
Choose the Lumix S1R II for
- faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps)
- a lighter body (712g vs 770g)
- in-body image stabilisation
- more lenses in our database (64 vs 36)
- a newer design (2025)
Choose the EOS R5 C for
- more resolution (45MP vs 44.3MP)
- a lower price (from £2,049)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lumix S1R II | EOS R5 C |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 44.3MP | Full frame, 45MP |
| Mount | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Burst | 40 fps | 20 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | Lens only |
| Video | 8K 30p | 8K 60p RAW |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 712 g | 770 g |
| Battery | Panasonic DMW-BLK22 | Canon LP-E6NH |
| Card slots | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £2,699 | £3,299 |
| Used at MPB | £2,119 | £2,049–2,209 |
| Native lenses in our database | 64 (39 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Lumix S1R II |
| Portraits | Lumix S1R II |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Lumix S1R II |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Lumix S1R II |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The Lumix S1R II uses L-Mount (64 lenses in our database, 39 third-party) and the EOS R5 C uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses, 14 third-party). Batteries: Panasonic DMW-BLK22 vs Canon LP-E6NH.
Lumix S1R II compatible lenses → · EOS R5 C compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix S1R II better than the Canon EOS R5 C?
It depends on your priorities. The Lumix S1R II offers faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps), a lighter body (712g vs 770g), in-body image stabilisation; the EOS R5 C offers more resolution (45MP vs 44.3MP), a lower price (from £2,049).
Which is better for video, the Lumix S1R II or the EOS R5 C?
They are closely matched for video (8K 30p vs 8K 60p RAW); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Lumix S1R II or the EOS R5 C?
The Lumix S1R II costs £2,699 new and from £2,119 used at MPB; the EOS R5 C costs £3,299 new and from £2,049 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Panasonic Lumix S1R II lenses on the EOS R5 C?
Not directly. The Lumix S1R II uses L-Mount and the EOS R5 C uses Canon RF / RF-S; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.