Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic LX10

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic LX10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the LX10 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and LX10 (1") come with different sensor size.

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The Z5 was introduced 3 years later than the LX10 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z5 scores vs the LX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 provides outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic LX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z5 against the LX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and LX10 is 62 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and LX10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Z5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.