Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic LS5

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic LS5, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was brought out 3 years prior to the LS5 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FS12 grades versus the LS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 has external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic LS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FS12 and the LS5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and LS5.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LS5 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older FS12 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.