Nikon L810 vs Panasonic LS5

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon L810 versus Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L810 was released 7 months later than the LS5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the L810 scores versus the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L810 comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the L810 against the LS5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and LS5 is 74 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and LS5.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L810 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger L810 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.