Panasonic LF1 vs Sony W710

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic LF1 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and W710 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The LF1 was launched 11 months later than the W710 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the LF1 grades versus the W710 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LF1 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LF1 versus Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the LF1 and the W710.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and W710 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and W710.

As you can see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LF1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W710 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent LF1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.