Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5
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Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Launched January 2015
- Earlier Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Refreshed by Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Announced December 2011
- Old Model is Panasonic LX3
- Successor is Panasonic LX7

Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Panasonic LX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") come with different sensor size.

The SX710 HS was launched 3 years after the LX5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX710 HS matches up against the LX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Panasonic LX5
SX710 HS | LX5 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | December 2011 | More modern by 38 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Canon SX710 HS
LX5 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Panasonic LX5
SX710 HS | LX5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Panasonic LX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX710 HS versus the LX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and LX5 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and LX5.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX710 HS because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Canon SX710 HS will show extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX710 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2011-12-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 pounds) | 271g (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $349 | $294 |