Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax X70

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was unveiled 16 months later than the X70 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ZS5 scores versus the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Pentax X70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS5 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS5 versus Pentax X70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS5 and the X70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and X70 is 92 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and X70.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern ZS5 should have a benefit in sensor tech.