Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic ZR1

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic LX10 and Panasonic ZR1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and ZR1 (12MP) and the LX10 (1") and ZR1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX10 was introduced 7 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the LX10 matches up versus the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX10 comes with external measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX10 and Panasonic ZR1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the LX10 against the ZR1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX10 and ZR1 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX10 and ZR1.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX10 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic LX10 will render extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger LX10 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.