Leica X vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica X and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Leica X was introduced in September 2014 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 was introduced in July 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Leica X Highlights

      • 16.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,500 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
      • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 Highlights

      • 14 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Leica X
      4. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Leica X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5.

      PROS

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      •   Video Capture
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 160 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Leica X

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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica X over Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5.

      Leica X vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.33-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.2 Megapixel vs 14 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 12,500 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4928 x 3264 vs 4320 x 3240
      RAW Support vs
      More Focus Points 11 vs 9
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/1.7 vs f/2.8
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/1.7 vs f/6.5
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 230k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 8 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 0.8 fps
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      HDMI Output vs
      Longer Battery Life 350 shots vs 160 shots

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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Leica X Vario
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      Leica X1
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      APS-C

      12.2 MP

      Leica X2
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      OM System TG-7
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Sony H90
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Canon ELPH 115 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.0 MP

      Nikon AW100
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon A100
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      1/2.3-inch

      20 MP

      Nikon S1100pj
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Sigma DP1 Merrill
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      APS-C

      46 MP

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      Panasonic LS5
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 over Leica X.

      Leica X vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 35 mm mm vs 26 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 35 mm vs 130 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 5x
      Min Normal Focus Distance 20 cm vs 15 cm
      Image Stabilization vs
      Built-in Microphone vs Mono
      Lighter 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz) vs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)

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      OM System TG-7
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a7R IV
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Casio EX-Z16
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z f
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      Full Frame

      24.4 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Leica X Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO12,5006,400
        Face Detection
        Built-in Flash
        Light486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Leica X Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points119
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life350 shots160 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Leica X has a 3.0" screen with 920k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Sensor

      Leica X features a 16.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23 x 15.5 mm and a total area of 356.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,500. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 features a 14 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Leica X can take pictures up to 4928 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4272 x 2856, 3264 x 2160, 2144 x 1424, 1632 x 1080 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Leica X

      Leica X has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Leica X comes with BP-DC8 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 comes with 2 x AA battery pack with battery life of 160 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Leica X, and up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. Leica X can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 can shoot continuously up to 0.8 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.60 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5..

      Physical Parameters

      Leica X body has dimensions of 133 x 73 x 78 mm (5.24 x 2.87 x 3.07") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 body has dimensions of 97 x 62 x 27 mm (3.82 x 2.44 x 1.06"). Leica X weighs 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz).

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      133 mm

      73 mm

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      97 mm

      62 mm

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      78 mm

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      27 mm

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      Size comparisons of Leica X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      Leica X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 160 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      POOR
      46
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 160 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      GOOD
      71
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      GOOD
      78
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 160 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Leica X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and give them scores of 53 and 49 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      49

      Sensor

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      POOR
      51
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      POOR
      54
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Leica X

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 160 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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