Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LX3

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") come with different sensor sizes.

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The 3D1 was brought out 3 years after the LX3 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 3D1 grades against the LX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 and the LX3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and LX3.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic 3D1 will resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent 3D1 should have an advantage in sensor tech.