Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternative Name is WB500

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The LS5 was released 2 years later than the HZ10W and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the LS5 scores versus the HZ10W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Samsung HZ10W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Samsung HZ10W
LS5 | HZ10W | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Panasonic LS5
HZ10W | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung HZ10W
LS5 | HZ10W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LS5 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the LS5 vs the HZ10W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and HZ10W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and HZ10W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic LS5 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent LS5 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Samsung HZ10W |
Other name | - | WB500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-21 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $294 | $300 |