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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
35
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
40
Overall
36

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Panasonic LX3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
  • 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
  • Launched November 2008
  • Replacement is Panasonic LX5
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is pretty close but the EX-ZR10 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR10 was introduced 23 months later than the LX3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR10 grades against the LX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Panasonic LX3

 EX-ZR10 LX3 
LaunchedSeptember 2010November 2008Fresher by 23 months
Screen resolution461k460kCrisper screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Casio EX-ZR10

 LX3 EX-ZR10 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic LX3

 EX-ZR10 LX3 
Manual focus More precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the LX3.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and LX3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR10 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Casio EX-ZR10 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR10
Portrait photography with Panasonic LX3
27
you can focus manually
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
40
has manual focus
exports RAW files
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.63")
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic LX3 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/1.63")
heavier than competition in class (265 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 Sports photography information
Panasonic LX3 Sports photography information
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.63")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 Travel photography info
Panasonic LX3 Travel photography info
57
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
60
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (265 grams)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic LX3 as a Landscape photography camera
41
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
52
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.63")
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR10 Vlogging info
Panasonic LX3 Vlogging info
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
30
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
heavier than competition in class (265 grams)
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic LX3
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR10Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3
General Information
Make Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-09-20 2008-11-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.63"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 8.07 x 5.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 44.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-196mm (7.0x) 24-60mm (2.5x)
Max aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/2.0-2.8
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 461k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 8.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 176 gr (0.39 lbs) 265 gr (0.58 lbs)
Physical dimensions 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 39
DXO Color Depth score not tested 19.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.8
DXO Low light score not tested 94
Other
Battery model NP-110 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $190 $449