Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic LS5

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm XF1 versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and LS5 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was manufactured 15 months later than the LS5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades against the LS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 offers external dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XF1 versus Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 and the LS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and LS5 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and LS5.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LS5 will provide more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XF1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.