Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic SZ5

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic S3 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3 was announced 18 months prior to the SZ5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the S3 grades against the SZ5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S3 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S3 versus Panasonic SZ5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S3 versus the SZ5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3 and SZ5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S3 and SZ5.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.