Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX3

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic L1 and Panasonic LX3, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and LX3 (1/1.63") boast different sensor size.

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The L1 was revealed 19 months prior to the LX3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the L1 matches up versus 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-L1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic L1 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 features external dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has specifications 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L1 compared to the LX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L1 and LX3 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L1 and LX3.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L1 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX3 will render greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged L1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.