Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Photography Glossary Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic ZS1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and ZS1 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z5 was released 11 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Z5 matches up vs the ZS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic ZS1
| Z5 | ZS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2020 |  | May 2009 | Fresher by 137 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Nikon Z5
| ZS1 | Z5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic ZS1
| Z5 | ZS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z5 versus the ZS1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and ZS1 is 62 and 91 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and ZS1.
To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Z5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
| Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
| Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2009-05-14 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
| Available lenses | 15 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.5fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lbs) | 229 grams (0.50 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (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 life | 470 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL15c | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 2 | 1 |
| Retail price | $1,399 | $0 |