Fujifilm F200EXR vs Panasonic LX5

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm F200EXR and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") and LX5 (1/1.63") use different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F200EXR was announced 3 years prior to the LX5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm F200EXR scores against the LX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F200EXR provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm F200EXR and Panasonic LX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F200EXR versus the LX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F200EXR and LX5 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F200EXR and LX5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F200EXR using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F200EXR will provide more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F200EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.