Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic LX3

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm JX370 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JX370 was brought out 2 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm JX370 grades vs the LX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX370 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has specifications 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 Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic LX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 against the LX3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and LX3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and LX3.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm JX370 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm JX370 will result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX370 will have an edge in sensor innovation.