Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and S2 (14MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and S2 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX3 was revealed 4 years prior to the S2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the LX3 grades vs the S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 features outside measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the LX3 vs the S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and S2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX3 and S2.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX3 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S2 will produce extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind in sensor technology.