Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 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
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.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Panasonic ZR1
S5 | ZR1 | |||
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Announced | August 2020 | July 2009 | More modern by 135 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3.0" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1840k | 230k | Crisper display (+1610k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic S5
ZR1 | S5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic ZR1
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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.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.
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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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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 |