Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS5

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was announced 2 years after the ZS5 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FZ200 matches up versus the ZS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ200 and the ZS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and ZS5 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ200 and ZS5.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos but you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer FZ200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.