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Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
60
Imaging
76
Features
92
Overall
82
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs

Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
  • Introduced August 2020
  • New Model is Panasonic S5 II
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Announced July 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Panasonic ZR1

 S5 ZR1 
AnnouncedAugust 2020July 2009More modern by 135 months
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3.0"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1840k230kCrisper display (+1610k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic S5

 ZR1 S5 

Common features in the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic ZR1

 S5 ZR1 

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

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

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

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.

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S5 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography highlights
85
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
21
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S5 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Street photography camera
78
screen articulates
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
comes with touch focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (51,200)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S5 Sports photography features
Panasonic ZR1 Sports photography features
81
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
lacks phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S5 Travel photography details
Panasonic ZR1 Travel photography details
79
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
comes with touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
selfie friendly screen
57
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S5 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography highlights
86
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.0")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
32
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic S5
Vlogging with Panasonic ZR1
79
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone socket
28
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
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Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S5 and Panasonic ZR1
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S5Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-ZX1
Type Pro Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2020-08-14 2009-07-27
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine V
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 51200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 225 11
Lens
Lens mount type Leica L fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 25-200mm (8.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 3cm
Number of lenses 31 -
Crop factor 1 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3.0 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 1,840k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 7.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.10 m
Flash settings Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 714g (1.57 lb) 158g (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 440 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Dual One
Price at release $1,999 $280