Panasonic LS5 vs Sony HX30V

Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic LS5 and Sony HX30V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was brought out 7 months prior to the HX30V so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the LS5 grades against the HX30V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LS5 enjoys 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 Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LS5 and Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the LS5 versus the HX30V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and HX30V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and HX30V.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX30V to show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged LS5 will be behind in sensor innovation.