Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5
Portability
85 Imaging
38 Features
62 Overall
47
85 Imaging
38 Features
62 Overall
47
Portability
94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
Canon G16
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Launched November 2013
- Superseded the Canon G15
Panasonic LS5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Launched July 2011
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On this page, we are evaluating the Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and LS5 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.
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Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G16 scores versus the LS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Panasonic LS5
| G16 | LS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2013 |  | July 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Canon G16
| LS5 | G16 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G16 and Panasonic LS5
| G16 | LS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G16 has got exterior measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has sizing of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G16 vs the LS5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and LS5 is 85 and 94 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and LS5.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G16 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic LS5 will provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer G16 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Portrait Comparison
Canon G16 Portrait photography information
Panasonic LS5 Portrait photography information
manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
provides face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
provides face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Canon G16 Street photography factors
Panasonic LS5 Street photography factors
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/1.7")
heavier than competitors in class (356g)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (126 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports photography with Canon G16
Sports photography with Panasonic LS5
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
great battery power (360 per charge)
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
no phase detect autofocus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (160 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
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Canon G16 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic LS5 as a Travel photography camera
great battery power (360 per charge)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f1.8)
heavier than competitors in class (356g)
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
lighter than competition in class (126g)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
not so great battery (160 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Canon G16 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic LS5 Landscape photography factors
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f1.8)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
great battery power (360 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
not so great battery (160 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
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Canon G16 Vlogging details
Panasonic LS5 Vlogging details
fairly wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f1.8)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
missing mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (356g)
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (126 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
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Canon G16 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-11-25 | 2011-07-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 6 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 80% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 356 grams (0.78 pounds) | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 230 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 360 photographs | 160 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery ID | NB-10L | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $499 | $294 |
