• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 125.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.5 inch 24.7mm2
  • 8.1 megapixels
  • 33.00mm - 132.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Leica C-LUX 3 advantages over Panasonic DMC-LS85

  • Larger sensor
    1/2.33 inch vs 1/2.5 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 29 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    126g vs 176g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    10.1 vs 8.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 33 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Panasonic DMC-LS85 advantages over Leica C-LUX 3

  • Less expensive
    $120 vs $599 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 550 vs 280 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-S730

Leica C-LUX 3
Sony DSC-S730
  • $599
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $104
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Leica C-LUX 3 vs Sony DSC-S730

Panasonic DMC-LS85
Sony DSC-S730
  • $120
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $104
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compare Panasonic DMC-LS85 vs Sony DSC-S730

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX37

Leica C-LUX 3
Panasonic DMC-FX37
  • $599
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $289
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Leica C-LUX 3 vs Panasonic DMC-FX37

Panasonic DMC-LS85
Panasonic DMC-FX37
  • $120
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $289
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic DMC-LS85 vs Panasonic DMC-FX37

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX48S

Leica C-LUX 3
Panasonic DMC-FX48S
  • $599
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Leica C-LUX 3 vs Panasonic DMC-FX48S

Panasonic DMC-LS85
Panasonic DMC-FX48S
  • $120
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic DMC-LS85 vs Panasonic DMC-FX48S

Compared to Pentax E80

Leica C-LUX 3
Pentax E80
  • $599
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $130
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Leica C-LUX 3 vs Pentax E80

Panasonic DMC-LS85
Pentax E80
  • $120
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure
  • $130
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Manual focus

Compare Panasonic DMC-LS85 vs Pentax E80

Compared to Canon SD940 IS

Leica C-LUX 3
Canon SD940 IS
  • $599
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Wider angle lens
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out

Compare Leica C-LUX 3 vs Canon SD940 IS

Panasonic DMC-LS85
Canon SD940 IS
  • $120
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic DMC-LS85 vs Canon SD940 IS

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