Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic LX5

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic LX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very comparable but the S9100 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The S9100 was launched 4 months prior to the LX5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S9100 scores vs the LX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9100 versus Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S9100 vs the LX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and LX5 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and LX5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S9100 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon S9100 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively.