Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic LX3

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX270 HS and Panasonic LX3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") use different sensor size.

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The SX270 HS was revealed 4 years after the LX3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX270 HS scores vs the LX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS has external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX270 HS and Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the LX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and LX3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and LX3.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX270 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon SX270 HS will show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher SX270 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.