Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS3

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic ZS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is fairly similar but the LX3 (1/1.63") and ZS3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The LX3 was announced 6 months before the ZS3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the LX3 grades against the ZS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX3 offers exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic ZS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the LX3 and the ZS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and ZS3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX3 and ZS3.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The LX3 comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh simpler.