Olympus E-300 vs Panasonic LS5

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-300 versus Panasonic LS5, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the E-300 (8MP) and LS5 (14MP) and the E-300 (Four Thirds) and LS5 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The E-300 was brought out 7 years before the LS5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-300 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-300 scores versus the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-300 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-300 features physical measurements of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-300 versus Panasonic LS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the E-300 and the LS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-300 and LS5 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-300 and LS5.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-300 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic LS5 will show more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older E-300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.