Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Released July 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic SZ5 versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ5 was brought out 13 months after the ZS7 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ5 matches up vs the ZS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Panasonic ZS7
SZ5 | ZS7 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | July 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic SZ5
ZS7 | SZ5 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Panasonic ZS7
SZ5 | ZS7 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ5 has got outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic SZ5 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SZ5 versus the ZS7.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and ZS7.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ5 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SZ5 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $195 | $350 |