Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic LX3

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic GH5S and Panasonic LX3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is very comparable but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and LX3 (1/1.63") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GH5S was manufactured 9 years after the LX3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the GH5S grades versus the LX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S features outer dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH5S and Panasonic LX3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GH5S against the LX3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and LX3 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5S and LX3.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The GH5S features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher GH5S is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.