Canon N100 vs Panasonic LS5

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon N100 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the N100 (1/1.7") and LS5 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The N100 was released 2 years later than the LS5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the N100 matches up versus the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N100 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon N100 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon N100 vs Panasonic LS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the N100 versus the LS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and LS5 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and LS5.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic LS5 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern N100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.