Leica C vs Panasonic F5

Here is a extended comparison of the Leica C and Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the C (1/1.7") and F5 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The C was introduced 9 months later than the F5 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the C grades against the F5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica C offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the C and the F5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C and F5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the C and F5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic F5 will give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer C will have an advantage in sensor tech.