Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2014
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In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ5 (14MP) and W800 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ5 was unveiled 19 months earlier than the W800 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the SZ5 grades versus the W800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Sony W800
| SZ5 | W800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Panasonic SZ5
| W800 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 |  | July 2012 | More modern by 19 months |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Sony W800
| SZ5 | W800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ5 offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the SZ5 compared to the W800.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and W800 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ5 and W800.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony W800 to result in greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony W800 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-6.4 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVI MPEG4 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $195 | $90 |
