Panasonic LX5 vs Sony S2100

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic LX5 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly similar but the LX5 (1/1.63") and S2100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The LX5 was brought out 24 months later than the S2100 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the LX5 matches up versus the S2100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 enjoys 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 Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX5 and Sony S2100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the LX5 versus the S2100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and S2100 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and S2100.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony S2100 will offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer LX5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.