Canon A2300 vs Panasonic LS5

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon A2300 versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was introduced 7 months later than the LS5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A2300 matches up versus the LS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 has external dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2300 versus Panasonic LS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2300 vs the LS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and LS5 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and LS5.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon A2300 to give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern A2300 will have an edge in sensor tech.