Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic LS5

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was unveiled 6 months before the LS5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH2 scores against the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FH2 compared to the LS5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and LS5 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and LS5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.