Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Released July 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced November 2008
- Updated by Panasonic LX5
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic LX3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is very comparable but the FZ35 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FZ35 was announced 21 months later than the LX3 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ35 scores against the LX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic LX3
FZ35 | LX3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | November 2008 | More recent by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Panasonic FZ35
LX3 | FZ35 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic LX3
FZ35 | LX3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ35 features outside measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ35 and the LX3.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and LX3 is 72 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and LX3.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FZ35 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ35 will show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger FZ35 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2008-11-04 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 8.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 397 grams (0.88 pounds) | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 94 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $999 | $449 |