Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(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
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched February 2013
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi
Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZS5 was revealed 3 years before the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS5 scores versus the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
ZS5 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Panasonic ZS5
Galaxy Camera | ZS5 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | June 2010 | More modern by 32 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display dimension | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
ZS5 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS5 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS5 versus the Galaxy Camera.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and Galaxy Camera is 92 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS5 and Galaxy Camera.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ8 | Wi-Fi |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $450 |