Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic LX5

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very close but the FE-4000 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FE-4000 was introduced 3 years prior to the LX5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FE-4000 scores against the LX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4000 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 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).

Examine the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic LX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FE-4000 against the LX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and LX5 is 95 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and LX5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FE-4000 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus FE-4000 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FE-4000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.