Panasonic LS5 vs Sony WX30
Portability
94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Portability
96 Imaging
38 Features
41 Overall
39
96 Imaging
38 Features
41 Overall
39
Panasonic LS5 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
Panasonic LS5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Launched July 2011
Sony WX30
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released July 2011
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Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LS5 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe LS5 was unveiled about the same time to the WX30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the LS5 scores against the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Sony WX30
| LS5 | WX30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Panasonic LS5
| WX30 | LS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LS5 and Sony WX30
| LS5 | WX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2011 |  | July 2011 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic LS5 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LS5 provides physical measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the LS5 vs the WX30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and WX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic LS5 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and WX30.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony WX30 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic LS5 Portrait photography info
Sony WX30 Portrait photography info
MP count decent (14MP)
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Panasonic LS5 Street photography highlights
Sony WX30 Street photography highlights
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (126g)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (117 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (160 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic LS5 Travel photography features
Sony WX30 Travel photography features
lighter than others (126 grams)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
bad battery pack (160 shots)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
lighter than competitors (117g)
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
bad battery pack (160 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
decently wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Panasonic LS5 Vlogging info
Sony WX30 Vlogging info
pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
lighter than others (126 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone port
decently wide (25mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (117g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic port
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Panasonic LS5 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-07-21 | 2011-07-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 160 shots | 250 shots |
| Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $294 | $259 |