Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung ST65

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was announced 7 months later than the ST65 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the LS5 matches up against the ST65 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung ST65 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the LS5 and the ST65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and ST65 is 94 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and ST65.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files but you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent LS5 provides an edge in sensor tech.