Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-01

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax K-01, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and K-01 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was released 4 years prior to the K-01 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the LX3 matches up vs the K-01 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 features external dimensions 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 Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the LX3 compared to the K-01.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and K-01 is 91 and 76 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and K-01.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX3 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Pentax K-01 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.