Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Released June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4800 was revealed 2 years later than the ZS5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up vs the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Panasonic ZS5
Fujifilm S4800 | ZS5 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 32 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Fujifilm S4800
ZS5 | Fujifilm S4800 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic ZS5
Fujifilm S4800 | ZS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4800 enjoys external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic ZS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 compared to the ZS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and ZS5 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S4800 and ZS5.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4800 to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S4800 should have an edge in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-30 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
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 | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 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 | H.264, 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 | 518 gr (1.14 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 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 | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $229 | $300 |