Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic LX3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G5 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the G5 (Four Thirds) and LX3 (1/1.63") use different sensor measurements.

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The G5 was unveiled 3 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G5 matches up against the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 provides physical dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the G5 vs the LX3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 and LX3 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 and LX3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G5 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G5 will show more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer G5 should have an advantage in sensor technology.