Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung TL100
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced November 2008
- New Model is Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST50
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In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the LX3 (1/1.63") and TL100 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe LX3 was revealed 2 months before the TL100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the LX3 grades against the TL100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Samsung TL100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Samsung TL100
| LX3 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Panasonic LX3
| TL100 | LX3 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung TL100
| LX3 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | November 2008 |  | January 2009 | Same generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX3 comes with outside 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 TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung TL100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the LX3 versus the TL100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and TL100 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX3 and TL100.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX3 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung TL100 will provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively.
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Samsung TL100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Samsung TL100 |
| Alternate name | - | ST50 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2008-11-04 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.30 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 265g (0.58 pounds) | 219g (0.48 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 39 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 19.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 94 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $449 | $22 |