Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX5

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the S1000pj (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The S1000pj was brought out 3 years earlier than the LX5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S1000pj grades against the LX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has proportions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S1000pj compared to the LX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and LX5 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and LX5.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1000pj featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon S1000pj will give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.