Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic LX3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is very similar but the SX510 HS (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") posses different sensor size.

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The SX510 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX510 HS scores vs the LX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX510 HS against the LX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and LX3 is 80 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and LX3.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX510 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX510 HS will offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.