FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5
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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-270mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 205g - 99 x 59 x 23mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Also Known as FinePix F75EXR
(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
- Announced June 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the F70EXR (10MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the F70EXR (1/2") and ZS5 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe F70EXR was launched 10 months before the ZS5 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the F70EXR grades vs the ZS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F70EXR over the Panasonic ZS5
F70EXR | ZS5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the FujiFilm F70EXR
ZS5 | F70EXR | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | July 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic ZS5
F70EXR | ZS5 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm F70EXR offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions 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 FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the F70EXR versus the ZS5.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the F70EXR and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the F70EXR and ZS5.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The F70EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS5 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged F70EXR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Also called as | FinePix F75EXR | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3616 x 2712 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-270mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $280 | $300 |