Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic LX3

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX210 IS and Panasonic LX3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") boast different sensor size.

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The SX210 IS was brought out 20 months after the LX3 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX210 IS grades against the LX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS has physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX210 IS and Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS and the LX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and LX3 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and LX3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX210 IS due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon SX210 IS will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer SX210 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.