Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony WX5

Below is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony WX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was released within a month of the WX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS5 grades vs the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the ZS5 and the WX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS5 and WX5 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS5 and WX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration.