Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic FZ70

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic FZ70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The F5 was introduced 6 months earlier than the FZ70 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the F5 matches up against the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic F5 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the F5 and the FZ70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and FZ70 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and FZ70.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ70 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.