Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS10

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and ZS10 (14MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and ZS10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX5 was brought out 11 months later than the ZS10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the LX5 scores vs the ZS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX5 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the LX5 versus the ZS10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and ZS10 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and ZS10.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZS10 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer LX5 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.