Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic LS5
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Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Introduced February 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
Photography Glossary Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm A100 versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and LS5 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm A100 was announced 3 years prior to the LS5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm A100 grades versus the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Panasonic LS5
| Fujifilm A100 | LS5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Fujifilm A100
| LS5 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Panasonic LS5
| Fujifilm A100 | LS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm A100 has got exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst 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).
Take a look at the Fujifilm A100 versus Panasonic LS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm A100 versus the LS5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A100 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A100 and LS5.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic LS5 to offer more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm A100 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-02-04 | 2011-07-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 124g (0.27 lbs) | 126g (0.28 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 160 photographs |
| Battery style | - | AA |
| Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $0 | $294 |