Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic LX3

Following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic LX3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XP30 was unveiled 2 years after the LX3 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up vs the LX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic LX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the LX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and LX3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and LX3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP30 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Fujifilm XP30 will deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP30 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.