Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q
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93 Imaging
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Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q 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
- Revealed November 2008
- Replacement is Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Announced June 2011
- Replacement is Pentax Q10
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly well matched but the LX3 (1/1.63") and Q (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe LX3 was revealed 3 years earlier than the Q which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the LX3 scores against the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Pentax Q
LX3 | Q |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic LX3
Q | LX3 | |||
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Announced | June 2011 | November 2008 | Newer by 32 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Pentax Q
LX3 | Q | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX3 features 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 Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LX3 versus Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the LX3 and the Q.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and Q is 91 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and Q.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX3 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Pentax Q will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Pentax Q |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2008-11-04 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 gr (0.58 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 39 | 47 |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.6 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 94 | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $449 | $695 |