Leica D-LUX 5 vs Panasonic FX700

Its time to examine more closely at the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and FX700 (14MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and FX700 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The D-LUX 5 was released 3 months later than the FX700 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the D-LUX 5 scores versus the FX700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-LUX 5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Leica D-LUX 5 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the D-LUX 5 compared to the FX700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and FX700 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and FX700.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D-LUX 5 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FX700 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively.