Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic LX3

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and LX3 (1/1.63") come with different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was announced 5 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up vs the LX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 offers external measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic LX3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the LX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and LX3 is 80 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and LX3.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X30 will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.