Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax KP

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax KP, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and KP (24MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and KP (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX3 was revealed 9 years prior to the KP which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the LX3 matches up against the KP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Pentax KP. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax KP in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the LX3 against the KP.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and KP is 91 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and KP.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX3 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Pentax KP will provide you with more detail because of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind in sensor technology.