FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2012
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe AX350 was released 18 months before the SZ5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the AX350 scores versus the SZ5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic SZ5
AX350 | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the FujiFilm AX350
SZ5 | AX350 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 18 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic SZ5
AX350 | SZ5 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 provides outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the AX350 versus the SZ5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and SZ5 is 94 and 95 respectively.
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and SZ5.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm AX350 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged AX350 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Other name | FinePix AX355 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 136g (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 photos | 250 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $195 |