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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1

Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
23
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front
Portability
97
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs

Panasonic F5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2013
Panasonic XS1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
  • Released January 2013
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview

Following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic F5 versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The F5 was introduced very close to the XS1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the F5 scores vs the XS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Panasonic XS1

 F5 XS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic F5

 XS1 F5 

Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic XS1

 F5 XS1 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2013Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic F5 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic F5 versus Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the F5 versus the XS1.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and XS1 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and XS1.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic F5
Portrait photography with Panasonic XS1
29
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
30
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic F5 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Street photography camera
56
lighter than competition in class (121g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (103g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic F5 Sports photography information
Panasonic XS1 Sports photography information
33
decent megapixels (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic F5
Travel photography with Panasonic XS1
68
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than competition in class (103 grams)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic F5 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Landscape photography camera
33
pretty wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
39
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic F5 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic XS1 Vlogging highlights
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
31
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (103 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic F5 and Panasonic XS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2013-01-07 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.70 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 121 gr (0.27 lb) 103 gr (0.23 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6")
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 250 photos 260 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $100 $130