Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a extended overview of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was revealed 3 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores vs the LX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX550 features external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the LX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and LX3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and LX3.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JX550 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm JX550 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX550 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.