Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Revealed November 2013

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor size.

The 3D1 was brought out 3 years before the LF1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the 3D1 grades against the LF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Panasonic LF1
3D1 | LF1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Panasonic 3D1
LF1 | 3D1 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic LF1
3D1 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 3D1 vs the LF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and LF1 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and LF1.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more aged 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-11-07 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) | 192 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $670 | $500 |