Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZS3

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZS3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and ZS3 (10MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and ZS3 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was introduced 11 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S5 matches up against the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 has external measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S5 vs the ZS3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and ZS3 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and ZS3.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S5 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S5 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S5 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.