Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX30

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and WX30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The LF1 was brought out 2 years later than the WX30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the LF1 scores against the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LF1 vs Sony WX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the LF1 vs the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and WX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and WX30.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX30 will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger LF1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.