Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic LX3 versus Panasonic ZS35, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and ZS35 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and ZS35 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The LX3 was unveiled 6 years before the ZS35 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LX3 matches up versus the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX3 offers exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the LX3 and the ZS35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and ZS35 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and ZS35.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS35 will give more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.