Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic LX7

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is very comparable but the LX3 (1/1.63") and LX7 (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.

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The LX3 was launched 5 years before the LX7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the LX3 scores versus the LX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 has outer dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic LX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the LX3 against the LX7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and LX7 is 91 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and LX7.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The LX3 provides the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler. The older LX3 will be behind in sensor tech.