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Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 front
 
Samsung SL820 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs

Panasonic LS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
  • Introduced July 2011
Samsung SL820
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
  • 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Alternate Name is IT100
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Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LS5 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was announced 2 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the LS5 matches up versus the SL820 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Samsung SL820

 LS5 SL820 
AnnouncedJuly 2011February 2009Fresher by 30 months

Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Panasonic LS5

 SL820 LS5 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung SL820

 LS5 SL820 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 offers 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) and the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LS5 versus Samsung SL820 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the LS5 and the SL820.

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and SL820 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and SL820.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic LS5 to produce more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger LS5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Portrait photography details
Samsung SL820 Portrait photography details
33
resolution is good (14MP)
features face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
26
comes with face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Street photography features
Samsung SL820 Street photography features
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (126g)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Sports photography features
Samsung SL820 Sports photography features
32
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery power (160 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect AF
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Travel photography details
Samsung SL820 Travel photography details
65
lighter than competition (126 grams)
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
bad battery power (160 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
57
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Landscape photography details
Samsung SL820 Landscape photography details
36
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
bad battery power (160 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
32
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic LS5 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung SL820 as a Vlogging camera
32
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
lighter than competition (126g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone socket
27
really wide (28mm)
comes with face detect autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.4)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
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Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic LS5 and Samsung SL820
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5Samsung SL820
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 Samsung SL820
Alternative name - IT100
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-07-21 2009-02-17
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 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/3.4-5.8
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.60 m 4.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
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 pounds) 168g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 -
Battery style AA -
Battery model 2 x AA SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $294 $280