Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100
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Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed November 2008
- Successor is Panasonic LX5
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Released January 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS200
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic ZS100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and ZS100 (20MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and ZS100 (1") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe LX3 was introduced 8 years earlier than the ZS100 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the LX3 scores versus the ZS100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Panasonic ZS100
LX3 | ZS100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Panasonic LX3
ZS100 | LX3 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | November 2008 | More modern by 87 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Panasonic ZS100
LX3 | ZS100 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX3 features physical measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic ZS100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the LX3 and the ZS100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and ZS100 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LX3 and ZS100.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX3 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic ZS100 will offer extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2008-11-04 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | MOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 9.9 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 265g (0.58 lbs) | 312g (0.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 39 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.6 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 94 | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $449 | $700 |