Nikon A vs Panasonic LX10

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon A versus Panasonic LX10, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A (16MP) and the LX10 (20MP) is relatively similar but the A (APS-C) and LX10 (1") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The A was announced 4 years earlier than the LX10 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A grades versus the LX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX10 has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A versus the LX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A and LX10 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A and LX10.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged A is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.