Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LS5/Panasonic-LS5-front.jpg)
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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(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
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The LS5 was brought out 3 years before the SZ8 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the LS5 matches up vs the SZ8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Panasonic SZ8
LS5 | SZ8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic LS5
SZ8 | LS5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic SZ8
LS5 | SZ8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the LS5 versus the SZ8.
![Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 size comparison Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and SZ8 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 top view buttons comparison Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and SZ8.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 sensor size comparison Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-21 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 images | 200 images |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $294 | $275 |