Leica C vs Panasonic LX5

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica C and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the C (1/1.7") and LX5 (1/1.63") boast different sensor measurements.

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The C was released 22 months after the LX5 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the C scores versus the LX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The complete galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica C offers outer measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the C vs the LX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the C and LX5 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the C and LX5.

To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The C because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Leica C will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher C should have an edge in sensor tech.