Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic LX5

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very comparable but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and LX5 (1/1.63") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX120 IS was revealed 3 years prior to the LX5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX120 IS grades versus the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has proportions 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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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX120 IS versus the LX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and LX5 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and LX5.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The SX120 IS provides the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field tougher. The older SX120 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.