Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty similar but the LX3 (1/1.63") and ZS50 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was announced 7 years before the ZS50 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LX3 matches up vs the ZS50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LX3 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LX3 vs Panasonic ZS50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the LX3 against the ZS50.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and ZS50 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the LX3 and ZS50.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX3 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS50 will deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.