Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon A3300 IS versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the A3300 IS (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") use totally different sensor size.

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The A3300 IS was brought out 2 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A3300 IS scores vs the LX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS has external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3300 IS versus Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the LX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and LX3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3300 IS and LX3.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3300 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon A3300 IS will produce more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent A3300 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.