Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic LX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the VH-515 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The VH-515 was manufactured 5 years before the LX10 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VH-515 scores versus the LX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-515 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-515 comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic LX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the VH-515 vs the LX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and LX10 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-515 and LX10.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The VH-515 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will give you extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged VH-515 is going to be behind in sensor tech.