Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LX3

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.