Panasonic L10 vs Panasonic LX3

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic L10 and Panasonic LX3, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the L10 (10MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is pretty similar but the L10 (Four Thirds) and LX3 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor size.

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The L10 was released 10 months prior to the LX3 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the L10 matches up vs the LX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic L10 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic L10 has outside dimensions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check the Panasonic L10 and Panasonic LX3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the L10 against the LX3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L10 and LX3 is 66 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L10 and LX3.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The L10 offers the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged L10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.