Nikon S30 vs Panasonic LX5

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the S30 (1/3") and LX5 (1/1.63") use different sensor size.

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The S30 was revealed 2 months later than the LX5 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S30 scores against the LX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S30 has external measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S30 vs the LX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and LX5 is 90 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and LX5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The S30 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging.