Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LS5

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was revealed 2 years later than the LS5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the FZ70 scores against the LS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys external dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic LS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ70 and the LS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and LS5 is 63 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ70 and LS5.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ70 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher FZ70 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.