Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ5

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was announced 12 months before the SZ5 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the LS5 grades against the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LS5 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the LS5 compared to the SZ5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and SZ5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LS5 and SZ5.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The older LS5 will be behind in sensor tech.