Panasonic Lumix S1R II vs Sony Alpha A7 V
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 vlogging; the Alpha A7 V is better for wildlife, sports, astrophotography.
Choose the Lumix S1R II for
- more resolution (44.3MP vs 33MP)
- faster bursts (40fps vs 30fps)
- stronger video (8K 30p)
Choose the Alpha A7 V for
- a lighter body (690g vs 712g)
- a lower price (from £2,039)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 64)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lumix S1R II | Alpha A7 V |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 44.3MP | Full frame, 33MP |
| Mount | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) | Sony FE (full frame) |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |
| Burst | 40 fps | 30 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈15 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 8K 30p | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 712 g | 690 g |
| Battery | Panasonic DMW-BLK22 | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) | 2×CFexpress A/SD |
| New price | £2,699 | £2,399 |
| Used at MPB | £2,119 | £2,039–2,189 |
| Native lenses in our database | 64 (39 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Alpha A7 V |
| Sports & action | Alpha A7 V |
| Astrophotography | Alpha A7 V |
| 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 Alpha A7 V uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses, 82 third-party). Batteries: Panasonic DMW-BLK22 vs Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65).
Lumix S1R II compatible lenses → · Alpha A7 V compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix S1R II better than the Sony Alpha A7 V?
It depends on your priorities. The Lumix S1R II offers more resolution (44.3MP vs 33MP), faster bursts (40fps vs 30fps), stronger video (8K 30p); the Alpha A7 V offers a lighter body (690g vs 712g), a lower price (from £2,039), more lenses in our database (105 vs 64).
Which is better for video, the Lumix S1R II or the Alpha A7 V?
The Lumix S1R II is stronger for video: Lumix S1R II records 8K 30p, Alpha A7 V records 4K 60p.
Which is cheaper, the Lumix S1R II or the Alpha A7 V?
The Lumix S1R II costs £2,699 new and from £2,119 used at MPB; the Alpha A7 V costs £2,399 new and from £2,039 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Panasonic Lumix S1R II lenses on the Alpha A7 V?
Not directly. The Lumix S1R II uses L-Mount and the Alpha A7 V uses Sony E / FE; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.