Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5
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33 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
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25 Overall
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Revealed July 2011
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and LS5 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-FC150 was manufactured 20 months prior to the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-FC150 matches up against the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Panasonic LS5
EX-FC150 | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Casio EX-FC150
LS5 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | November 2009 | More modern by 20 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic LS5
EX-FC150 | LS5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC150 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions 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 Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-FC150 and the LS5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and LS5 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and LS5.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LS5 to offer more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-11-16 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 173 gr (0.38 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 photos |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | NP-40 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $294 |