Panasonic LS5 vs Sony HX1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LS5 versus Sony HX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the LS5 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The LS5 was launched 2 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the LS5 grades versus the HX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LS5 has got external measurements 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 Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LS5 versus Sony HX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the LS5 and the HX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and HX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LS5 and HX1.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LS5 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic LS5 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern LS5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.