Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung HZ35W

Below is a thorough review of the Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively well matched but the LX3 (1/1.63") and HZ35W (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was launched 19 months earlier than the HZ35W which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LX3 matches up versus the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX3 comes with exterior 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 Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung HZ35W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the LX3 compared to the HZ35W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and HZ35W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and HZ35W.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LX3 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung HZ35W will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older LX3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.