Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax ist DL2

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax ist DL2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and ist DL2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX5 was revealed 5 years after the ist DL2 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the LX5 grades vs the ist DL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Pentax ist DL2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX5 enjoys 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 Pentax ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the LX5 and the ist DL2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the LX5 and ist DL2 is 88 and 69 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX5 and ist DL2.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic LX5 will give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer LX5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.