Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r
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Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Released November 2008
- New Model is Panasonic LX5
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Revealed March 2011
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax K-r, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively close but the LX3 (1/1.63") and K-r (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe LX3 was unveiled 3 years prior to the K-r and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the LX3 scores against the K-r in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Pentax K-r
LX3 | K-r |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Panasonic LX3
K-r | LX3 | |||
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Revealed | March 2011 | November 2008 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Pentax K-r
LX3 | K-r | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX3 features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the LX3 versus the K-r.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX3 and K-r is 91 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and K-r.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX3 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Pentax K-r will result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older LX3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Pentax K-r |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2008-11-04 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 4.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) | 598 grams (1.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 39 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.6 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 94 | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $449 | $1,100 |