Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS50

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZS5 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was brought out 5 years before the ZS50 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS5 matches up vs the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS5 offers physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS5 and the ZS50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS5 and ZS50.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older ZS5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.