Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax H90

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LX3 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LX3 (1/1.63") and H90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was released 14 months prior to the H90 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the LX3 grades versus the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX3 has exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX3 and Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the LX3 versus the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and H90 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and H90.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX3 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax H90 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older LX3 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.