FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Launched June 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm AX350 versus Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe AX350 was launched 7 months later than the ZS5 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the AX350 matches up vs the ZS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic ZS5
AX350 | ZS5 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | June 2010 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the FujiFilm AX350
ZS5 | AX350 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic ZS5
AX350 | ZS5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm AX350 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AX350 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the AX350 versus the ZS5.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and ZS5 is 94 and 92 respectively.
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and ZS5.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm AX350 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern AX350 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Alternate name | FinePix AX355 | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $300 |