Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Launched July 2011

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH10 was brought out 18 months after the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH10 grades versus the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Panasonic LS5
FH10 | LS5 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Panasonic FH10
LS5 | FH10 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic LS5
FH10 | LS5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has sizing of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FH10 versus the LS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and LS5 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and LS5.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH10 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger FH10 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 103 gr (0.23 lb) | 126 gr (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 photos | 160 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $110 | $294 |