Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS25

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic LX3 and Panasonic ZS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and ZS25 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and ZS25 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX3 was announced 5 years prior to the ZS25 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the LX3 grades vs the ZS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX3 has got exterior dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX3 and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the LX3 and the ZS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX3 and ZS25 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and ZS25.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX3 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS25 will result in extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind in sensor innovation.