Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Announced July 2010

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony T99, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ZS5 was revealed at a similar time to the T99 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ZS5 scores vs the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Sony T99
ZS5 | T99 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Panasonic ZS5
T99 | ZS5 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS5 and Sony T99
ZS5 | T99 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS5 features outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony T99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS5 against the T99.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and T99 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS5 and T99.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony T99 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ8 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $300 | $179 |