Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX3

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the L26 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The L26 was unveiled 3 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L26 matches up against the LX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the L26 vs the LX3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and LX3.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The L26 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon L26 will give more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer L26 will have a benefit in sensor technology.