Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic ZS5

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was launched 5 months before the ZS5 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH1 grades versus the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 has outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FH1 versus the ZS5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and ZS5.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration.