Canon G12 vs Panasonic LX5

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon G12 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the G12 (1/1.7") and LX5 (1/1.63") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was revealed 11 months before the LX5 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G12 scores against the LX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G12 has outside dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G12 against the LX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G12 and LX5 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and LX5.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G12 contains the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged G12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.