Panasonic LX3 vs Sony S2100

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LX3 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively close but the LX3 (1/1.63") and S2100 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX3 was introduced 14 months earlier than the S2100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the LX3 scores versus the S2100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 enjoys external measurements 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 S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX3 versus Sony S2100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the LX3 versus the S2100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and S2100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LX3 and S2100.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX3 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony S2100 will result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older LX3 will be behind in sensor tech.