Nikon A900 vs Panasonic LX5

Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic LX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the A900 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") provide different sensor sizes.

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The A900 was revealed 4 years later than the LX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the A900 scores vs the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The full galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon A900 has got physical measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic LX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A900 compared to the LX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and LX5 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A900 and LX5.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A900 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon A900 will give extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A900 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.