Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5
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Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Successor is Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Launched December 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX3
- Renewed by Panasonic LX7
Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX240 HS versus Panasonic LX5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very similar but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") come with totally different sensor sizing.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe SX240 HS was manufactured 2 months later than the LX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX240 HS scores vs the LX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Panasonic LX5
SX240 HS | LX5 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Canon SX240 HS
LX5 | SX240 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Panasonic LX5
SX240 HS | LX5 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | December 2011 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Panasonic LX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS and the LX5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and LX5 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and LX5.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX240 HS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon SX240 HS will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.
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Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-12-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 lb) | 271g (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $294 |