FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5
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92 Imaging
35 Features
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Announced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix XP11
- New Model is Fujifilm XP30
(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
- Launched June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic ZS5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The XP10 was introduced 4 months prior to the ZS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the XP10 matches up against the ZS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Panasonic ZS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the FujiFilm XP10
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Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic ZS5
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm XP10 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst 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 XP10 and Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the XP10 against the ZS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and ZS5.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix XP11 | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 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 ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $175 | $300 |