Panasonic LS5 vs Sony HX80

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic LS5 vs Sony HX80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was manufactured 5 years prior to the HX80 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the LS5 grades against the HX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LS5 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LS5 vs Sony HX80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the LS5 versus the HX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and HX80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and HX80.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX80 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older LS5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.