Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic LX10 versus Panasonic SZ1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the LX10 (1") and SZ1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX10 was unveiled 4 years later than the SZ1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the LX10 matches up against the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX10 enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX10 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the LX10 against the SZ1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and SZ1 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and SZ1.

Plainly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX10 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern LX10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.