Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic LX3

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T400 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

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.