Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic LS5

Below is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was launched 13 months before the LS5 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FX75 scores against the LS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions 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 FX75 versus Panasonic LS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FX75 against the LS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and LS5 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and LS5.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The older FX75 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.