FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX5

Below is a detailed analysis of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the JZ300 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The JZ300 was announced 22 months before the LX5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the JZ300 scores vs the LX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the JZ300 compared to the LX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and LX5 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and LX5.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The JZ300 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the FujiFilm JZ300 will produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.