Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10
92 Imaging
37 Features
55 Overall
44
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1/Panasonic-LF1-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX10/Sony-WX10-front.jpg)
95 Imaging
39 Features
38 Overall
38
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Revealed November 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and WX10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
The LF1 was announced 2 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the LF1 grades vs the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Sony WX10
LF1 | WX10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Panasonic LF1
WX10 | LF1 |
---|
Common features in the Panasonic LF1 and Sony WX10
LF1 | WX10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LF1 has physical dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the LF1 against the WX10.
![Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 size comparison Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX10-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and WX10 is 92 and 95 respectively.
![Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 top view buttons comparison Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LF1 and WX10.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony WX10 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher LF1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 sensor size comparison Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-11-26 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) | 161 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 211 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $500 | $200 |