Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ8
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZS5 was launched 18 months later than the W220 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS5 scores against the W220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Sony W220
ZS5 | W220 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic ZS5
W220 | ZS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS5 and Sony W220
ZS5 | W220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys 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) while the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS5 and the W220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and W220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS5 and W220.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger ZS5 provides an edge in sensor tech.

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Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ8 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $160 |