Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LX10

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic LX10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The 3D1 was released 5 years prior to the LX10 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 3D1 grades versus the LX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 offers physical measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic LX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 3D1 vs the LX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and LX10 is 93 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and LX10.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 3D1 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 3D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.