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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
44
Overall
38

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z33WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Introduced July 2009
Panasonic LX5
(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
  • Revealed December 2011
  • Replaced the Panasonic LX3
  • Refreshed by Panasonic LX7
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic LX5, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm Z33WP (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was revealed 3 years before the LX5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm Z33WP matches up against the LX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Panasonic LX5

 Fujifilm Z33WP LX5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 LX5 Fujifilm Z33WP 
RevealedDecember 2011July 2009Newer by 29 months
Focus manually More accurate focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic LX5

 Fujifilm Z33WP LX5 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z33WP provides physical measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic LX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the LX5.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and LX5 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z33WP and LX5.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z33WP provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic LX5 as a Portrait photography camera
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no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
41
manual focus
saves RAW formats
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/1.63")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Street photography factors
Panasonic LX5 Street photography factors
60
environment proof
lighter than others (110g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
59
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/1.63")
more heavy than average in class (271 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography info
Panasonic LX5 Sports photography info
23
environment proof
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/1.63")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Travel photography with Panasonic LX5
60
lighter than others (110 grams)
environment proof
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
59
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than average in class (271g)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Landscape photography info
Panasonic LX5 Landscape photography info
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environment proof
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
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manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/1.63")
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging advice
Panasonic LX5 Vlogging advice
25
lighter than others (110g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
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quite wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Optical)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than average in class (271 grams)
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Panasonic LX5
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPPanasonic Lumix DMC-LX5
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-07-01 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 surface area 28.1mm² 44.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-90mm (3.8x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.0-3.3
Macro focusing distance 8cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 7.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 pounds) 271 gr (0.60 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 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 ID NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $197 $294