Panasonic LX100 vs Panasonic ZR3

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic LX100 vs Panasonic ZR3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very comparable but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and ZR3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 was introduced 4 years after the ZR3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the LX100 grades versus the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 features external measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the LX100 compared to the ZR3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 and ZR3 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 and ZR3.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZR3 will provide more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer LX100 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.