Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic ZS5

Below is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic SZ10 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SZ10 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was launched 4 years later than the ZS5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SZ10 scores versus the ZS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ10 and the ZS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and ZS5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ10 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher SZ10 provides an advantage in sensor technology.