Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS4
- Renewed by Panasonic TS6
(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
- Revealed July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Updated by Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS5 was announced 2 years later than the ZS7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the TS5 scores vs the ZS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Panasonic ZS7
TS5 | ZS7 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | July 2011 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic TS5
ZS7 | TS5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Panasonic ZS7
TS5 | ZS7 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TS5 compared to the ZS7.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and ZS7 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and ZS7.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS5 to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The newer TS5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-07-12 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 218 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 370 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DMW-BCM13 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $350 | $350 |