Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic LS5

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was launched 6 months after the LS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades versus the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JZ100 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic LS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs the LS5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and LS5.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.