Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ10

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic SZ10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was brought out 4 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LS5 grades vs the SZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LS5 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the LS5 versus the SZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and SZ10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and SZ10.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older LS5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.