Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3
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![Fujifilm FinePix T400 front Fujifilm FinePix T400 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-T400/Fujifilm-T400-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3/Panasonic-LX3-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 159g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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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Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm T400 versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm T400 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm T400 was unveiled 3 years after the LX3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm T400 matches up versus the LX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T400 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T400 over the Panasonic LX3
Fujifilm T400 | LX3 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | November 2008 | More modern by 39 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Fujifilm T400
LX3 | Fujifilm T400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T400 and Panasonic LX3
Fujifilm T400 | LX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T400 has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm T400 versus Panasonic LX3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T400 and the LX3.
![Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 size comparison Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-T400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T400 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-T400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T400 and LX3.
Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm T400 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm T400 will show extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm T400 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 sensor size comparison Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-T400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-T400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2008-11-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 8.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) | 265 gr (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 180 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $150 | $449 |