Leica C vs Panasonic FH5

Let's look much closer at the Leica C versus Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the C (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and FH5 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The C was brought out 2 years after the FH5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the C grades versus the FH5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Leica C offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Leica C versus Panasonic FH5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the C and the FH5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C and FH5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and FH5.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The C due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic FH5 will offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher C is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.