Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic LF1

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FX580 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX580 was launched 5 years prior to the LF1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FX580 grades against the LF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 has got external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FX580 versus the LF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and LF1.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FX580 provides the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged FX580 will be behind in sensor innovation.