Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Announced December 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LX3
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Released July 2012
- Updated by Panasonic LZ30
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and LZ20 (16MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and LZ20 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe LX5 was launched 7 months prior to the LZ20 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the LX5 scores against the LZ20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Panasonic LZ20
LX5 | LZ20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic LX5
LZ20 | LX5 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | December 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LX5 and Panasonic LZ20
LX5 | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has proportions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the LX5 compared to the LZ20.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and LZ20 is 88 and 71 respectively.
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and LZ20.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX5 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic LZ20 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged LX5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-12-15 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 lb) | 499 gr (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $294 | $250 |