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Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Panasonic ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Previous Model is Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was released 13 months prior to the ZS8 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS5 scores against the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Panasonic ZS8

 ZS5 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic ZS5

 ZS8 ZS5 
IntroducedJuly 2011June 2010Newer by 13 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Panasonic ZS5 and Panasonic ZS8

 ZS5 ZS8 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS5 has got external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the ZS5 versus the ZS8.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and ZS8 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS5 and ZS8.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS8 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZS5 Portrait photography information
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography information
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offers face detect focus
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
30
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS5 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Street photography camera
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has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (214g)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (210 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS5 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Sports photography factors
31
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
slow fps (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
47
amazing zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZS5 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography factors
63
lighter than others (214 grams)
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great zoom (300mm)
no Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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lighter than competition in class (210g)
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
great reach (384mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZS5 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Landscape photography factors
33
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
44
relatively wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS5 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic ZS8 Vlogging highlights
31
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
lighter than others (214 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic support
30
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (210 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS5 and Panasonic ZS8
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Alternate name Lumix DMC-TZ8 Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-06-16 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine HD II Venus Engine FHD
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 surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.30 m 5.00 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 exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 214 grams (0.47 lb) 210 grams (0.46 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 - 340 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $300 $275