Canon N vs Panasonic LX3

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon N versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is pretty similar but the N (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The N was introduced 4 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the N scores vs the LX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon N offers outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check out the Canon N versus Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the N vs the LX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the N and LX3.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Canon N will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer N is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.