Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ8
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FX48 was manufactured 16 months before the ZS5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the FX48 grades vs the ZS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Panasonic ZS5
FX48 | ZS5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Panasonic FX48
ZS5 | FX48 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 16 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic ZS5
FX48 | ZS5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 features outside measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FX48 compared to the ZS5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and ZS5.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older FX48 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $325 | $300 |