Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2012
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and SZ5 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm Z1000EXR was launched 6 months prior to the SZ5 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades versus the SZ5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | SZ5 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
SZ5 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | SZ5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | July 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Panasonic SZ5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR against the SZ5.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and SZ5.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 lbs) | 136g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | 220 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $195 |