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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic XS1

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

		

		

			
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Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic F5

		

		

			
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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
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 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
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 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