Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZS5

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was launched 20 months after the ZS5 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH6 scores against the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FH6 and the ZS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and ZS5 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and ZS5.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH6 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer FH6 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.