Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was brought out 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the LS5 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LS5 has physical measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the LS5 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the LS5 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.