Nikon L21 vs Panasonic LS5

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon L21 and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and LS5 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L21 was launched 17 months before the LS5 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L21 scores against the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Nikon L21 and Panasonic LS5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L21 vs the LS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L21 and LS5 is 93 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and LS5.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic LS5 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older L21 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.