Panasonic F5 vs Sony S2100
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Panasonic F5 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic F5 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe F5 was unveiled 3 years after the S2100 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the F5 matches up vs the S2100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Sony S2100
| F5 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Panasonic F5
| S2100 | F5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Sony S2100
| F5 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Panasonic F5 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic F5 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic F5 versus Sony S2100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the F5 vs the S2100.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and S2100 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic F5 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the F5 and S2100.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic F5 to give extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent F5 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic F5 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| 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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.70 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" 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 | 250 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $100 | $0 |