Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL102

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly close but the LX3 (1/1.63") and SL102 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The LX3 was launched 2 months earlier than the SL102 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the LX3 scores versus the SL102 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 comes with external dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL102 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the LX3 and the SL102.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and SL102 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and SL102.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The LX3 features the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh easier.