Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS3

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is fairly similar but the LX7 (1/1.7") and ZS3 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was brought out 3 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the LX7 scores vs the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX7 offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the LX7 vs the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and ZS3 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX7 and ZS3.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The LX7 comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The fresher LX7 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.