Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic LX7

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XF1 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and LX7 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was announced very close to the LX7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores vs the LX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XF1 has outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XF1 versus Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the LX7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and LX7 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and LX7.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XF1 will give more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.