Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony H300

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was manufactured 4 years prior to the H300 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ZS5 scores versus the H300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony H300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS5 compared to the H300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and H300 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and H300.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony H300 to render extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.