Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Announced July 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(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
- Launched July 2011
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ35 was brought out 12 months before the LS5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FZ35 grades against the LS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic LS5
FZ35 | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Panasonic FZ35
LS5 | FZ35 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic LS5
FZ35 | LS5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ35 features outer dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic LS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ35 against the LS5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and LS5 is 72 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ35 and LS5.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic LS5 to give you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FZ35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine V | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 397g (0.88 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 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 type | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $999 | $294 |