| General | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Lumix DMC-LX10 | Lumix DMC-LX3 |
| Predecessor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
| Successor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
| MSRP | $699 | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Advanced Compact | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor Size | 1-inch | 1/1.63-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 8.07 x 5.56 mm |
| Total Pixels | 20.9 Megapixel | 11.3 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 20.1 Megapixel | 10.1 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 125 - 12,800 | 80 - 6,400 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 80 - 25,600 |
| Photo | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Other Resolutions | 3968 x 2232, 3776 x 2520, 3328 x 1872, 3168 x 2112, 3072 x 2304, 2784 x 1568, 2656 x 1768, 2560 x 1920, 2208 x 1248, 2112 x 1408, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, standard | Fine, Standard |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4 | |
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View | Single Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 49 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 8.8 - 26.4 mm | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 24 - 72 mm | 24 - 60 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 3x | 2.5x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 - 2.8 | f/2.0 - 2.8 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 30 cm | 50 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 3 cm | 1 cm |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 60 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 10.0 fps | 2.5 fps |
| Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Up to 50 fps at 20 MP |
| Flash | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto Auto w/ red-eye Reduction Forced On Forced On w/Red-eye Reduction Slow Sync Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction Forced Off | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 12.10 m at Auto ISO | 8.30 m |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±3 (3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
| DXO | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 581 | 94 |
| DxO Color Depth | 22.8 | 19.6 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 12.5 | 10.8 |
| DxO Overall Score | 70 | 39 |
| Video | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Recording Modes | AVCHD/MP4 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p at 24.00/29.97/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080i at 59.94 fps 1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps | |
| Video Formats | MP4, H.264, AAC | |
| Max Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1280 x 720 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio I/O | No | |
| Power I/O | 1 x Micro-USB Input | |
| Other I/O | 1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Data Output (Shared with Power Input) | |
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11/b/g/n, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth |
| Environmental | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 106 x 60 x 42 mm (4.17 x 2.36 x 1.65") | 109 x 60 x 27 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 1.06") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 310 g (0.68 lb / 10.93 oz) | 265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.5 x 5.5 x 3" | |
| Package Weight | 1.75 lb |
| Power and Storage | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 260 shots | |
| Internal Storage | 50 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/MMC/SDHC |
| Other | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 sec (3 shots)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Accessory Mount | No | |
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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