Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LX5

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic LX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the A1000 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") possess different sensor sizing.

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The A1000 was introduced 7 years after the LX5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A1000 grades vs the LX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A1000 against the LX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and LX5 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and LX5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A1000 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Nikon A1000 will render more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger A1000 provides an advantage in sensor tech.