Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic S5 versus Panasonic SZ1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and SZ1 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was unveiled 8 years later than the SZ1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S5 scores vs the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 provides outer dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S5 versus the SZ1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and SZ1 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and SZ1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S5 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic S5 will offer extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer S5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.