Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Launched January 2016
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS200
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS45
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS60
Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS100 and Panasonic ZS50, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS100 (20MP) and ZS50 (12MP) and the ZS100 (1") and ZS50 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZS100 was revealed 13 months later than the ZS50 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ZS100 matches up versus the ZS50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Panasonic ZS50
ZS100 | ZS50 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | January 2015 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Panasonic ZS100
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS100 and Panasonic ZS50
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS100 has got physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZS100 and Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS100 and the ZS50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS100 and ZS50 is 87 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS100 and ZS50.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS100 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS100 will offer more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer ZS100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ100 | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | MOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.9 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 312 grams (0.69 lbs) | 243 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 70 | 44 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 559 | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 300 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $700 | $350 |