Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic LS5

Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic LS5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the G10 (Four Thirds) and LS5 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The G10 was released 11 months before the LS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G10 scores against the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 has got external measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G10 against the LS5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G10 and LS5 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and LS5.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G10 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LS5 will give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged G10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.