Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5
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36 Overall
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Released July 2011
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic LS5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SZ-10 was introduced 5 months prior to the LS5 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ-10 matches up against the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Panasonic LS5
SZ-10 | LS5 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Olympus SZ-10
LS5 | SZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic LS5
SZ-10 | LS5 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | July 2011 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-10 has physical measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-10 compared to the LS5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and LS5 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and LS5.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos but you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-08 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.10 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 160 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | LI-50B | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $300 | $294 |