Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45

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    Highlights

    • 16 MP 1/2.33-inch CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
    • 21 Focus Points
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 1,040k dot Tilting Screen
    • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 was announced in 2015 and is a 1/2.33-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm) Standard Compact camera with 16 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 6,400. The camera has a Tilting 3.0" screen with 1,040k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Successor
    5. Screen
    6. Sensor
    7. Photography Features
    8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    9. Other Features
    10. Physical Parameters
    11. For Different Types of Photography
    12. Evaluation
    13. Specifications  

    Here is the Panasonic -ZSxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Panasonic -ZSxx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS80
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    		February
    2018    		 20.3 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS70
    Compare
    		April
    2017    		 20.3 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS60
    Compare
    		January
    2016    		 18.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS50
    Compare
    		January
    2015    		 12.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS45 January
    2015    		 16 MP
    1/2.33-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Tilting 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS40
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    		January
    2014    		 18.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    920k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS35
    Compare
    		January
    2014    		 16 MP
    1/2.33-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS30
    Compare
    		January
    2013    		 18.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    920k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS25
    Compare
    		January
    2013    		 16.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS15
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    		June
    2012    		 12.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS20
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    		April
    2012    		 14.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Panasonic ZS10
    Compare
    		January
    2011    		 14.1 MP
    1/2.33-inch    		 80 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Touchscreen

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 vs Lumix DC-ZS70 vs Lumix DMC-ZS60 vs Lumix DMC-ZS50 vs Lumix DMC-ZS45 vs Lumix DMC-ZS40.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
    •   Internal Storage
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   21 Focus Points
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 to its predecessor Lumix DMC-ZS40 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40
    Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
    Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
    Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 920k dot
    Speaker Mono vs
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs
    Longer Battery Life 350 shots vs 300 shots
    Internal Storage 78 MB vs 12 MB
    DOWNGRADES Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40
    Smaller Sensor 1/2.33-inch vs 1/2.3-inch
    Lower Sensor Resolution 16 Megapixel vs 18.1 Megapixel
    Max Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 vs 4896 x 3672
    RAW Support vs
    Less Focus Points 21 vs 23
    Reachs More Telephoto 480 mm vs 720 mm
    Less Optical Zoom 20x vs 30x
    Viewfinder vs Electronic
    Built-in GPS vs
    Heavier 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz) vs 240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 vs Lumix DMC-ZS40.

    Successor

    In 2015 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 was replaced by Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and its successor.

    UPGRADES Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45
    Larger Sensor 1/2.3-inch vs 1/2.33-inch
    Lower Native ISO 80 vs 100
    RAW Support vs
    Timelapse Recording vs
    More Focus Points 23 vs 21
    Reachs More Telephoto 720 mm vs 480 mm
    Greater Optical Zoom 30x vs 20x
    Viewfinder Electronic vs
    Lighter 243 g (0.54 lb / 8.57 oz) vs 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
    Internal Storage 86 MB vs 78 MB
    DOWNGRADES Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45
    More Expensive $399 vs $299
    Lower Sensor Resolution 12.1 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
    Max Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 vs 4608 x 3456
    Screen Type Fixed vs Tilting
    Shorter Battery Life 300 shots vs 350 shots

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 vs Lumix DMC-ZS50.

    Screen

    Tilting screen

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 1,040k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes this camera very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

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    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 with Tilting screen

    Sensor

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 27.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

    Photography Features

    Camera can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1536 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

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    Panasonic ZS35
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    1/2.33-inch

    16 MP

    Panasonic ZS70
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    1/2.3-inch

    20.3 MP

    Panasonic ZS40
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    1/2.3-inch

    18.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS20
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    1/2.33-inch

    14.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS60
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    1/2.3-inch

    18.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS15
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    1/2.3-inch

    12.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS50
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    1/2.3-inch

    12.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS25
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    1/2.33-inch

    16.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS30
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    1/2.3-inch

    18.1 MP

    Panasonic ZS80
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    1/2.3-inch

    20.3 MP

    Panasonic ZS10
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    1/2.33-inch

    14.1 MP

    Panasonic S1H
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    Full Frame

    24.2 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 78 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45's shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


    Flash

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m.

    Physical Parameters

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 has dimensions of 108 x 60 x 32 mm (4.25 x 2.36 x 1.26"). It weighs 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    108 mm (4.25")

    60 mm (2.36")

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    32 mm (1.26")

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    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 dimensions

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    POOR
    49

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 gets a score of 49 and is POOR choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    73

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 gets a score of 73 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   21 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    GOOD
    71

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 gets a score of 71 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   21 Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    71

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 gets a score of 71 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   21 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   21 Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    86

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 gets a score of 86 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 Evaluation

    We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and give score of 60 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    60

    Sensor

    POOR
    51

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 51 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    61

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 61 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    GOOD
    71

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 71 for Focusing parameters.

    •   21 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    65

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 65 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    75

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 75 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    43

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 a score of 43 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
    •   Internal Storage


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