Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic LX3

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic LX3, one is a Large Sensor Compact 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 LX10 (20MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the LX10 (1") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The LX10 was launched 7 years after the LX3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the LX10 grades against the LX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX10 enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the LX10 versus the LX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX10 and LX3 is 88 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX10 and LX3.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX10 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX10 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern LX10 provides a benefit in sensor technology.