Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic GX1 versus Panasonic LX3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and LX3 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX1 was announced 3 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GX1 matches up against the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX1 has physical measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX1 against the LX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX1 and LX3 is 87 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX1 and LX3.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic GX1 will deliver greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger GX1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.