FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5
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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-270mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 205g - 99 x 59 x 23mm
- Announced July 2009
- Also referred to as FinePix F75EXR
(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

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the FujiFilm F70EXR versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the F70EXR (10MP) and LS5 (14MP) and the F70EXR (1/2") and LS5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

The F70EXR was launched 24 months before the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the F70EXR grades against the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F70EXR over the Panasonic LS5
F70EXR | LS5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the FujiFilm F70EXR
LS5 | F70EXR | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm F70EXR and Panasonic LS5
F70EXR | LS5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm F70EXR features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm F70EXR versus Panasonic LS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the F70EXR compared to the LS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the F70EXR and LS5 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the F70EXR and LS5.
As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The F70EXR due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic LS5 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged F70EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm F70EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Also called as | FinePix F75EXR | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3616 x 2712 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-270mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | NP-50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $280 | $294 |