Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Announced July 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced November 2008
- Successor is Panasonic LX5
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the FZ60 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the FZ60 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") provide different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FZ60 was unveiled 3 years after the LX3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FZ60 scores vs the LX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Panasonic LX3
FZ60 | LX3 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | November 2008 | More modern by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Panasonic FZ60
LX3 | FZ60 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic LX3
FZ60 | LX3 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ60 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ60 vs the LX3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and LX3 is 68 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and LX3.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ60 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic FZ60 will render extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger FZ60 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2008-11-04 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 8.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 493 gr (1.09 pounds) | 265 gr (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 94 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $350 | $449 |