Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS5

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively similar but the LX5 (1/1.63") and ZS5 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX5 was brought out 19 months later than the ZS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the LX5 grades vs the ZS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX5 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the LX5 versus the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and ZS5 is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX5 and ZS5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LX5 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS5 will offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer LX5 will have an edge in sensor tech.