Panasonic LX3 vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic LX3 vs Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and HX20V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was introduced 4 years earlier than the HX20V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the LX3 scores against the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX3 has exterior 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 HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX3 vs Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the LX3 vs the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and HX20V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and HX20V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX3 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX20V will show extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind in sensor innovation.