Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5
95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed 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
- Released July 2011
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic LS5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and LS5 (14MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and LS5 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS7 was announced 3 years prior to the LS5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FS7 grades vs the LS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic LS5
FS7 | LS5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Panasonic FS7
LS5 | FS7 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic LS5
FS7 | LS5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS7 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has sizing of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS7 and the LS5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and LS5.
Plainly, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FS7 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic LS5 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-16 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139 gr (0.31 lbs) | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" 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 images |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $160 | $294 |