Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS5
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
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Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm SL240 was brought out 19 months later than the ZS5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores vs the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Panasonic ZS5
| Fujifilm SL240 | ZS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | June 2010 | Fresher by 19 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Fujifilm SL240
| ZS5 | Fujifilm SL240 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Panasonic ZS5
| Fujifilm SL240 | ZS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 enjoys physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the ZS5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL240 and ZS5 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and ZS5.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm SL240 to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL240 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
| Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm�7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m�3.6 m) | 5.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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) | 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 file format | H.264, 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 | 510g (1.12 lbs) | 214g (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 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 life | 300 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-85 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $280 | $300 |