Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3/Panasonic-LX3-front.jpg)
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 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
- Announced November 2008
- Updated by Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also referred to as ES15
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is fairly close but the LX3 (1/1.63") and SL30 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
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The LX3 was introduced 3 months earlier than the SL30 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the LX3 scores versus the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Samsung SL30
LX3 | SL30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Panasonic LX3
SL30 | LX3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung SL30
LX3 | SL30 | |||
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Launched | November 2008 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LX3 provides exterior measurements 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 SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung SL30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX3 versus the SL30.
![Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 size comparison Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-vs-Samsung-SL30-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the LX3 and SL30 is 91 and 95 respectively.
![Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-vs-Samsung-SL30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and SL30.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The LX3 features the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler.
![Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-vs-Samsung-SL30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX3-vs-Samsung-SL30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Samsung SL30 |
Also called | - | ES15 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2008-11-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 lb) | 140 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 94 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $449 | $93 |