Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic LX7

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly similar but the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") use different sensor sizes.

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The A2100 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the LX7 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the A2100 IS scores against the LX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A2100 IS vs the LX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and LX7 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and LX7.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A2100 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Canon A2100 IS will deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older A2100 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.