Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX700 (14MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the FX700 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FX700 was launched 7 years prior to the LX10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FX700 scores versus the LX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX700 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FX700 and the LX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and LX10 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and LX10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX700 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FX700 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.