Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung DV150F

Following is a extensive review of the Panasonic LX3 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and DV150F (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The LX3 was brought out 5 years prior to the DV150F which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the LX3 scores vs the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 has physical dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX3 versus Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the LX3 vs the DV150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and DV150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX3 and DV150F.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung DV150F will give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.