Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic ZR1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and ZR1 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and ZR1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The S5 was introduced 11 years after the ZR1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S5 grades versus the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic ZR1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S5 compared to the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and ZR1 is 60 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and ZR1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S5 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S5 will give more detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.