Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000/Casio-EX-ZR1000-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5/Panasonic-ZS5-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Launched September 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ8
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR1000 was released 2 years after the ZS5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR1000 grades against the ZS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Panasonic ZS5
EX-ZR1000 | ZS5 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 28 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
ZS5 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic ZS5
EX-ZR1000 | ZS5 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the ZS5.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 size comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and ZS5 is 90 and 92 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and ZS5.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR1000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-09-25 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255 gr (0.56 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $572 | $300 |