Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic LX3

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic LX3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and LX3 (1/1.63") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was released 10 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the S1H scores versus the LX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H enjoys exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic LX3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1H against the LX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and LX3 is 52 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and LX3.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1H featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1H will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent S1H will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.