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Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:214 gBattery life (CIPA):340 shots

Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.3

Overall score

Score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

90%

3.9

Technical score

10%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 85% of cameras
3.9

Technical score

Technical score
3.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

28%

4.0

Sensor & Image

25%

3.6

Photo Features

18%

4.3

Video & Audio

14%

4.2

Display & Design

8%

4.6

Battery & Power

7%

2.1

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 89% of cameras
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on 361 buyer reviews from online shops.
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User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 83% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5

Technical score
Technical score
3.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

28%

4.0

Sensor & Image

25%

3.6

Photo Features

18%

4.3

Video & Audio

14%

4.2

Display & Design

8%

4.6

Battery & Power

7%

2.1

Connectivity & Storage

3.9
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on 361 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5 has a popularity score of 8.3, which is higher than 78.2% of cameras.
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

60%

4.3

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

5.7
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
12.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
12.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 12.1 MP, which is lower than that of 86.6% of cameras and equal to that of 6.9% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.42 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.42 µm
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.42 µm, which are smaller than those in 70.4% of cameras and the same size as those in 1.6% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
11
N. of focus points
11
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 11 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 60.4% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 6.5% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
?
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
compact
Weight
214 g
Weight
214 g
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 214 g which is lighter than 76.1% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.4% of cameras.
Width
103 mm
Width
103 mm
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 103 mm which is narrower than 78.3% of cameras and equal to that of 0.7% of cameras.
Height
60 mm
Height
60 mm
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 60 mm which is shorter than 78.2% of cameras and equal to that of 1.4% of cameras.
Thickness
32 mm
Thickness
32 mm
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 32 mm which is thinner than 73.7% of cameras and equal to that of 0.8% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
340 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
340 shots
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 340 shots, which is longer than that of 52.2% of cameras and equal to that of 2.3% of cameras.
Battery capacity
895 mAh
Battery capacity
895 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 895 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.6% of cameras and equal to those in 1.8% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 181 g lighter
    Weight
    214 g
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (214 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    214 g vs 395 g
  • 0.04 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.04 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.04 GB vs 0 GB
  • 16.9 mm narrower
    Width
    103 mm
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (103 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    103 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 13.9 mm shorter body
    Height
    60 mm
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (60 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    60 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 14 mm thinner
    Thickness
    32 mm
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (32 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    32 mm vs 46 mm
  • 181 g lighter
    Weight
    214 g
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (214 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    214 g vs 395 g
  • 16.9 mm narrower
    Width
    103 mm
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (103 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    103 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 13.9 mm shorter body
    Height
    60 mm
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (60 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    60 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 14 mm thinner
    Thickness
    32 mm
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (32 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    32 mm vs 46 mm
  • 0.04 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.04 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.04 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    12.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • 1.92 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.42 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.42 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 3.4 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    2.3 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 7.9% worse value for money
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.74 vs 6.2).
    5.74 vs 6.2
  • 2.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5
    the average camera
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5 has a lower user score than the average camera (7.81 vs 8.000).
    7.81 vs 8
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    12.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.92 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.42 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.42 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    High Sensitivity mode only.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 3 older
    Release date
    2010
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2010 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    2,010 vs 2,013
  • 3.4 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    2.3 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • 12 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    11
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (11 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    11 vs 23
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 225 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    895 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (895 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    895 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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macworld.com
26/05/2010
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camerarace.com
16/06/2010
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What we like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5

  • Powerful 12x optical zoom lens that remains clear and crisp
  • Excellent optical image stabilization (Power O.I.S.) for steady shots
  • Fast and accurate autofocus performance with face detection
  • Compact, pocket-sized design ideal for travel
  • Full manual controls including aperture and shutter priority
  • Intuitive operation with a minimal learning curve
  • High-quality Leica optics producing sharp images at low ISO

What we don't like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC ZS5

  • Non-standard, wonky USB port requiring specific proprietary cables
  • Significant image noise and color blotching at higher ISO settings (800+)
  • Video quality limited to 720p Motion JPEG rather than Full HD
  • LCD screen can sometimes misrepresent exposure, leading to underexposed photos
  • Difficulty with extreme macro focus in certain conditions
  • Lack of advanced modern features like Wi-Fi or a touchscreen

Verdict

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 is a compact travel superzoom featuring a 12.1-megapixel CCD sensor and a versatile 12x Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens with a 25-300mm equivalent focal range. Powered by the Venus Engine VI processor, it offers Power Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) to reduce blur and supports 720p HD video recording at 30fps in Motion JPEG format. Its main pros include full manual PASM exposure controls, a fast 11-point autofocus system with face recognition, and a multi-aspect sensor that maintains the field of view across 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9 ratios. However, notable cons include its limited 2.7-inch 230k-dot LCD that can be difficult to see in bright sunlight, the lack of RAW support or an HDMI output, and significant image noise when shooting in low-light conditions at higher ISO settings.

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