Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5
95 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Revealed July 2011

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FS25 was revealed 3 years earlier than the LS5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FS25 grades vs the LS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic LS5
FS25 | LS5 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Panasonic FS25
LS5 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic LS5
FS25 | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS25 versus the LS5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and LS5.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic LS5 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 148g (0.33 lbs) | 126g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 160 pictures |
Battery style | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $230 | $294 |