Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic LX5

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and LX5 (1/1.63") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was launched 17 months after the LX5 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up versus the LX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X20 features outside dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the LX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and LX5 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and LX5.

All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X20 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X20 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.