Reasons to choose FinePix A825
Released in 2007, FinePix A825 has about 48 mm² of sensor area, 8.3 MP effective resolution, and a 195 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix A825
vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1
VS
Sensor area
48 mm²
FinePix A82545 mm²
Lumix DMC-LX1- Area ratio
- 1.06:1
- Absolute difference
- 3 mm²
- Relative difference
- 6.5%
The FinePix A825 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
FinePix A825MetricLumix DMC-LX1
8.3 MPEffective pixels8.3 MP
8 × 6Sensor7.76 × 5.81
2.4 µmPixel pitch2.33 µm
5.78 µm²Pixel area5.43 µm²
17.29 MP/cm²Pixel density18.41 MP/cm²
4.33Crop factor4.46
—Maximum video—
195 gWeight185 g
Secure Digital, xD Picture cardStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
2x AABatteryLithium-Ion rechargeable Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The FinePix A825 has the larger sensor area. The Lumix DMC-LX1 has the lighter body. The FinePix A825 and Lumix DMC-LX1 have the same effective resolution. The FinePix A825 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Lumix DMC-LX1
Released in 2005, Lumix DMC-LX1 has about 45 mm² of sensor area, 8.3 MP effective resolution, and a 185 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.