Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic LX5

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S9500 versus Panasonic LX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the S9500 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") provide different sensor measurements.

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The S9500 was manufactured 14 months after the LX5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S9500 grades against the LX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Nikon S9500 versus Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S9500 compared to the LX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9500 and LX5 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and LX5.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S9500 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S9500 will deliver more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S9500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.