Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2012
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS40
- Successor is Panasonic ZS50
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic SZ5 versus Panasonic ZS45, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ5 was brought out 3 years earlier than the ZS45 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ5 matches up against the ZS45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Panasonic ZS45
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Panasonic SZ5
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Launched | January 2015 | July 2012 | Newer by 30 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Panasonic ZS45
SZ5 | ZS45 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ5 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS45 has dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic SZ5 versus Panasonic ZS45 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ5 and the ZS45.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and ZS45.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS45 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS45 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ57 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-07-18 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $195 | $300 |