Nikon S800c vs Panasonic LX3

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the S800c (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The S800c was released 4 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S800c matches up vs the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c offers outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S800c versus Panasonic LX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S800c vs the LX3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and LX3.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S800c featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon S800c will render greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher S800c is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.