Nikon P7000 vs Panasonic LX5

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon P7000 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the P7000 (1/1.7") and LX5 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7000 was announced 12 months earlier than the LX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the P7000 scores against the LX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7000 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P7000 has got outside dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P7000 and Panasonic LX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the P7000 against the LX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P7000 and LX5 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7000 and LX5.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The P7000 has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The older P7000 will be behind in sensor technology.