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Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
14
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix A100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs

Fujifilm A100
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
  • Launched February 2009
Panasonic ZS5
(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
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
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Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm A100 versus Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A100 was announced 16 months earlier than the ZS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm A100 grades vs the ZS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Panasonic ZS5

 Fujifilm A100 ZS5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Fujifilm A100

 ZS5 Fujifilm A100 
AnnouncedJune 2010February 2009Newer by 16 months

Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Panasonic ZS5

 Fujifilm A100 ZS5 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm A100 has got external dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm A100 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm A100 against the ZS5.

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A100 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A100 and ZS5.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic ZS5 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm A100 Portrait photography information
Panasonic ZS5 Portrait photography information
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
27
comes with face detect focus
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm A100 Street photography advice
Panasonic ZS5 Street photography advice
54
lighter than others in class (124g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (214 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm A100 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic ZS5 Sports photography highlights
16
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
31
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm A100
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS5
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lighter than others in class (124 grams)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
63
lighter than competition (214g)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm A100 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic ZS5 Landscape photography factors
22
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
33
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm A100 Vlogging advice
Panasonic ZS5 Vlogging advice
25
lighter than others in class (124g)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
31
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
lighter than competition (214 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic socket
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Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm A100 and Panasonic ZS5
 Fujifilm FinePix A100Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix A100 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-TZ8
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-02-04 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus distance 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.90 m 5.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance 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
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124g (0.27 lb) 214g (0.47 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $0 $300