Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90
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Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 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
- Launched November 2008
- Successor is Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Revealed February 2012
Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and H90 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and H90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe LX3 was announced 4 years prior to the H90 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LX3 scores vs the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Sony H90
LX3 | H90 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Panasonic LX3
H90 | LX3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | November 2008 | Fresher by 40 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Sony H90
LX3 | H90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX3 has outer dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the LX3 compared to the H90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and H90 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and H90.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX3 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony H90 will resolve extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older LX3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX3 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2008-11-04 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 265g (0.58 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery life | - | 290 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $449 | $230 |