Panasonic LX5 vs Samsung WB250F

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic LX5 and Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and WB250F (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX5 was introduced 12 months before the WB250F which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the LX5 grades versus the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX5 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX5 and Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the LX5 compared to the WB250F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and WB250F is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LX5 and WB250F.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX5 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung WB250F will resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged LX5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.