Canon A1300 vs Panasonic LX3

Let's look closer at the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the A1300 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The A1300 was announced 3 years after the LX3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A1300 matches up versus the LX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A1300 compared to the LX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A1300 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A1300 and LX3.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A1300 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Canon A1300 will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger A1300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.