Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic LX3

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm XP70 versus Panasonic LX3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP70 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XP70 was launched 5 years after the LX3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores against the LX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has proportions 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 XP70 versus Panasonic LX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 and the LX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP70 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and LX3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP70 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm XP70 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP70 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.