Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic SZ5

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic SZ5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was introduced 24 months before the SZ5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FZ100 grades against the SZ5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ100 versus the SZ5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and SZ5 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and SZ5.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The older FZ100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.