Reasons to choose FinePix IS-1
Released in 2007, FinePix IS-1 has about 48 mm² of sensor area, 9.1 MP effective resolution, and a 649 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix IS-1
vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1
VS
Sensor area
48 mm²
FinePix IS-145 mm²
Lumix DMC-LX1- Area ratio
- 1.06:1
- Absolute difference
- 3 mm²
- Relative difference
- 6.5%
The FinePix IS-1 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 IS-1MetricLumix DMC-LX1
9.1 MPEffective pixels8.3 MP
8 × 6Sensor7.76 × 5.81
2.3 µmPixel pitch2.33 µm
5.27 µm²Pixel area5.43 µm²
18.96 MP/cm²Pixel density18.41 MP/cm²
4.33Crop factor4.46
—Maximum video—
649 gWeight185 g
CompactFlash type I, CompactFlash type II, Microdrive, xD PictureStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryLithium-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 IS-1 has the larger sensor area. The Lumix DMC-LX1 has the lighter body. The FinePix IS-1 has the higher effective resolution. The FinePix IS-1 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.