Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W230

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W230, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was brought out 17 months later than the W230 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the ZS5 grades vs the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS5 has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS5 and the W230.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and W230 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS5 and W230.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of files however you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.