Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Introduced July 2011
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S5200 was released 19 months after the LS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S5200 matches up against the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic LS5
S5200 | LS5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Nikon S5200
LS5 | S5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic LS5
S5200 | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5200 features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S5200 vs the LS5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and LS5.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S5200 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S5200 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-6.5 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 pictures | 160 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $130 | $294 |