Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic LS5

Here, we are reviewing the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was introduced 6 months before the LS5 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the A3200 IS grades versus the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3200 IS offers external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has sizing of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic LS5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A3200 IS and the LS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and LS5.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you will want to take the age of the products into consideration.