FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Launched December 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic LX3
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX7

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the AV200 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") have different sensor sizes.

The AV200 was revealed 11 months earlier than the LX5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the AV200 grades against the LX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Panasonic LX5
AV200 | LX5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the FujiFilm AV200
LX5 | AV200 | |||
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Launched | December 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic LX5
AV200 | LX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV200 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic LX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the AV200 and the LX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and LX5 is 94 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and LX5.
To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The AV200 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the FujiFilm AV200 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged AV200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Also Known as | FinePix AV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-12-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 271g (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 shots | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $294 |