Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung EX2F

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic LX5 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LX5 (1/1.63") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor size.

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The LX5 was brought out 12 months prior to the EX2F and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the LX5 matches up versus the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX5 has outside measurements 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 Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the LX5 vs the EX2F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LX5 and EX2F is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX5 and EX2F.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX5 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung EX2F will produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged LX5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.