Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic LX3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and LX3 (1/1.63") feature different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was announced 10 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S1R scores vs the LX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R comes with external dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1R vs the LX3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and LX3 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and LX3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1R will result in greater detail with its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1R should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.