Panasonic LX5 vs Sigma DP2s

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic LX5 versus Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and DP2s (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX5 was announced 23 months after the DP2s making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the LX5 scores versus the DP2s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LX5 enjoys external dimensions 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 Sigma DP2s has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX5 versus Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the LX5 and the DP2s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX5 and DP2s is 88 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the LX5 and DP2s.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX5 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic LX5 will give greater detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern LX5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.