Panasonic LF1 vs Sony S2000

In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic LF1 vs Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is fairly similar but the LF1 (1/1.7") and S2000 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The LF1 was brought out 3 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the LF1 matches up vs the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the LF1 and the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LF1 and S2000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LF1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LF1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent LF1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.