Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS5

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX7 and Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty similar but the LX7 (1/1.7") and ZS5 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was released 2 years later than the ZS5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the LX7 grades vs the ZS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX7 has got outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the LX7 versus the ZS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and ZS5 is 86 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and ZS5.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX7 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS5 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer LX7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.