Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax W90

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax W90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the LX3 (1/1.63") and W90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The LX3 was manufactured 15 months prior to the W90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the LX3 grades vs the W90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 offers outer measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax W90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the LX3 vs the W90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and W90 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and W90.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX3 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax W90 will provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind in sensor technology.