Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820
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Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Launched December 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX3
- Updated by Panasonic LX7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternate Name is IT100
Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is very similar but the LX5 (1/1.63") and SL820 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe LX5 was unveiled 2 years after the SL820 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the LX5 scores vs the SL820 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Samsung SL820. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Samsung SL820
LX5 | SL820 | |||
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Launched | December 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Panasonic LX5
SL820 | LX5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX5 and Samsung SL820
LX5 | SL820 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX5 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the LX5 versus the SL820.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and SL820 is 88 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and SL820.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung SL820 will deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer LX5 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called | - | IT100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-12-15 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $294 | $280 |