Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced April 2009
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FS12 and Sony NEX-5T, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS12 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the NEX-5T which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FS12 scores versus the NEX-5T when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Sony NEX-5T
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Panasonic FS12
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Launched | August 2013 | April 2009 | Newer by 53 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Sony NEX-5T
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS12 and Sony NEX-5T in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS12 compared to the NEX-5T.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and NEX-5T is 95 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and NEX-5T.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS12 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony NEX-5T will provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-04-17 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129 grams (0.28 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $228 | $400 |