Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5
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34 Features
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92 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2009
(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
- Released June 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ8

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S570 was unveiled 10 months before the ZS5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the S570 matches up versus the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic ZS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Nikon S570
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Released | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic ZS5
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S570 has got external dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S570 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S570 versus the ZS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S570 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and ZS5.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S570 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $180 | $300 |