Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS5

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and ZS5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X10 was launched 2 years later than the ZS5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up against the ZS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 has external measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X10 and the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and ZS5 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X10 and ZS5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 has the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The younger Fujifilm X10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.