Panasonic LX5 vs Sony WX300

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX5 and Sony WX300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and WX300 (18MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and WX300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The LX5 was revealed 14 months earlier than the WX300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the LX5 grades against the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 comes with 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) and the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX5 and Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the LX5 and the WX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and WX300 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and WX300.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX5 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony WX300 will provide greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged LX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.