Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic SZ5

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was revealed 6 months prior to the SZ5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SZ1 scores vs the SZ5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 features outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 and the SZ5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ1 and SZ5.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.