Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Launched April 2013
- Replaced the Fujifilm X10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X30
(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
- Launched July 2011
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and LS5 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X20 was introduced 22 months after the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X20 scores vs the LS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Panasonic LS5
Fujifilm X20 | LS5 | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 22 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Fujifilm X20
LS5 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic LS5
Fujifilm X20 | LS5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 offers exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the LS5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X20 and LS5 is 83 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and LS5.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LS5 will render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X20 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-04-29 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 353g (0.78 lb) | 126g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 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 | 270 photographs | 160 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $500 | $294 |