| General | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Standard Compact | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.33-inch | 1/2.33-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56 mm | 6.08 x 4.56 mm |
| Total Pixels | 14.5 Megapixel | 16.6 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 14.1 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 1,600 | 100 - 1,600 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 100 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Venus Engine | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Other Resolutions | 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 3232 x 3232, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 | 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 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection | Multi-area Center Single Continuous Face Detection Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 23 | 9 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | 0 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 25 - 250 mm | 24 - 288 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 10x | 12x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.1 - 5.9 | f/3.1 - 6.3 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | 3 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 5 cm | |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 8 sec | 8 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/1600 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 1.5 fps | 1.2 fps |
| Flash | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow Sync | Auto Auto/Red-eye Reduction Forced On Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction Forced Off |
| Flash Range | 5.60 m | 5.20 m |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection |
| Exposure | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Video | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Max Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth |
| Environmental | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.83") | 100 x 60 x 27 mm (3.94 x 2.36 x 1.06") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz) | 159 g (0.35 lb / 5.61 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.3 x 5.6 x 1.8" | 5.2 x 4.5 x 1.8" |
| Package Weight | 0.7 lb |
| Power and Storage | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 250 shots | 200 shots |
| Internal Storage | 55 MB | 80 MB |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor |
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