Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax K-50

Following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax K-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is pretty similar but the LS5 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The LS5 was introduced 3 years earlier than the K-50 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LS5 matches up versus the K-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LS5 provides physical 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) while the Pentax K-50 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax K-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the LS5 compared to the K-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and K-50 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LS5 and K-50.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LS5 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax K-50 will deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.