Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic LS5

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 18 months earlier than the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH20 scores against the LS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic LS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FH20 and the LS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and LS5 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and LS5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The older FH20 is going to be behind in sensor tech.