Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic LX10, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and LX10 (1") have different sensor measurements.

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The FS42 was launched 8 years before the LX10 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FS42 grades versus the LX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS42 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FS42 vs the LX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and LX10 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS42 and LX10.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic LX10 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS42 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.