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Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit — full-frame · 2023
Panasonic

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit

full-frame · 2023

87
/ 100
From $3,399
VS
Nikon Z6 III wins by 4
Nikon Z6 III — full-frame · 2024
Nikon

Nikon Z6 III

full-frame · 2024

91
/ 100
From $2,499
Specdex verdict

Nikon Z6 III takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit lands at 87 and Nikon Z6 III at 91. That puts Nikon Z6 III ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Nikon Z6 III if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Nikon Z6 III

Compared on the photo sub-score

Nikon Z6 III leads on photo (91 vs 87).

Autofocus

Nikon Z6 III

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Nikon Z6 III leads on autofocus (89 vs 85).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Nikon Z6 III

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Nikon Z6 III more score per dollar ($2,499 vs $3,399).

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit 87
vs
91 Nikon Z6 III

Score breakdown

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit
87
photo 87
video 83
autofocus 85
ergonomics 86
Nikon Z6 III
91
photo 91
video 87
autofocus 89
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit versus Nikon Z6 III — full spec comparison
Spec Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit Nikon Z6 III
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2023
2024

Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Nikon Z6 III

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit vs Nikon Z6 III

Which is better, Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z6 III? +

Nikon Z6 III scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit worth the price? +

At $3,399, Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in photo.

Is Nikon Z6 III worth the price? +

At $2,499, Nikon Z6 III delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.

Does Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z6 III last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z6 III? +

Nikon Z6 III — leads on photo (91 vs 87). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z6 III? +

Nikon Z6 III — leads on autofocus (89 vs 85). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.