Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS5

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 5 months before the ZS5 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FH20 scores vs the ZS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH20 compared to the ZS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and ZS5.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH20 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.