Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic LX5

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic LX5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and LX5 (1/1.63") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX9 was brought out 6 years later than the LX5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the GX9 grades against the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has proportions 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 Panasonic GX9 and Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GX9 and the LX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and LX5 is 82 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and LX5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX9 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GX9 will produce greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern GX9 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.