| General | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
| Predecessor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
| Successor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
| MSRP | $399 | $299 |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Standard Compact | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.33-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.08 x 4.56 mm |
| Total Pixels | 12.8 Megapixel | 17.5 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 12.1 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 80 - 6,400 | 100 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Other Resolutions | 4:3 (3264 x 2448, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480), 3:2 (4000 x 2672, 3264 x 2176, 2560 x 1712, 2048 x 1360, 640 x 424), 16:9 (4000 x 2248, 3840 x 2160, 2560 x 1440, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360), 1:1 (2992 x 2992, 2448 x 2448, 1920 x 1920, 1536 x 1536, 480 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 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, MPO, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, standard | Fine, standard |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 23 | 21 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 4.3 - 129 mm | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 24 - 720 mm | 24 - 480 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 30x | 20x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 - 6.4 | f/3.3 - 6.4 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | 50 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 3 cm | 3 cm |
| Image Stabilization | 5-Axis Sensor Shift |
| Screen | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Tilting |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD with AR coating | TFT-LCD w/180 degree upward tilt |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.46x | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 1,166k dot |
| Shutter | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 4 sec | 4 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/2000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 10.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Up to 10 fps at 12.1 MP for up to 6 Frames Up to 6 fps at 12.1 MP Up to 3 fps at 12.1 MP Up to 60 fps at 2.5 MP Up to 40 fps at 5 MP |
| Flash | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto Auto/Red-eye Reduction Forced On Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction Forced Off | Auto Auto/Red-eye Reduction Forced On Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction Forced Off |
| Flash Range | 6.40 m | 6.00 m |
| External Flash Connectivity |
| Exposure | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±1 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) | ±1 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
| DXO | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 138 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 20.0 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 11.2 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 44 |
| Video | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Interval Recording | ||
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | Micro |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC |
| Environmental | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.34") | 108 x 60 x 32 mm (4.25 x 2.36 x 1.26") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 243 g (0.54 lb / 8.57 oz) | 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.45 x 5.4 x 2.25" | 5.2 x 4.6 x 2" |
| Package Weight | 0.93 lb | 0.9 lb |
| Power and Storage | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | DMW-BCM13PP | |
| Battery Life | 300 shots | 350 shots |
| Internal Storage | 86 MB | 78 MB |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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