Panasonic LS5 vs Sony HX100V

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic LS5 versus Sony HX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was introduced 3 months before the HX100V and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the LS5 matches up against the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. 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 HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LS5 versus Sony HX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the LS5 against the HX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and HX100V.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX100V to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.