Panasonic LX5 vs Sony HX20V

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LX5 versus Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and HX20V (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The LX5 was brought out 7 months before the HX20V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LX5 matches up vs the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX5 has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX5 versus Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the LX5 vs the HX20V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and HX20V is 88 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and HX20V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX20V will give more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged LX5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.