Nikon P7100 vs Panasonic LX5

Lets look more closely at the Nikon P7100 vs Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7100 (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the P7100 (1/1.7") and LX5 (1/1.63") use different sensor dimensions.

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The P7100 was launched 3 months later than the LX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P7100 grades vs the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P7100 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7100 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7100 vs Panasonic LX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the P7100 vs the LX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P7100 and LX5 is 82 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7100 and LX5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The P7100 features the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier.