Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced November 2008
- New Model is Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and SZ1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LX3 was revealed 4 years earlier than the SZ1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the LX3 matches up against the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Panasonic SZ1
LX3 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic LX3
SZ1 | LX3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | November 2008 | More modern by 38 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Panasonic SZ1
LX3 | SZ1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 has got outer dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the LX3 against the SZ1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and SZ1 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and SZ1.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX3 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic SZ1 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2008-11-04 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 lb) | 131 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 94 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $449 | $179 |