Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FH3

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FH3, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FH3 (14MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FH3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was released 8 years after the FH3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the LX100 II scores versus the FH3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II features physical measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FH3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the FH3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and FH3 is 81 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and FH3.

As you can tell, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger LX100 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.