Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic LX5

In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic LX5, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 4 months prior to the LX5 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores vs the LX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic LX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the LX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and LX5 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and LX5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XP30 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm XP30 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively.