There are two main types of Dutch ovens: traditional Dutch ovens and camping Dutch ovens. A traditional Dutch oven has three legs and a flat bottom and is suitable for use over an open fire or coals. The Camp Dutch oven, on the other hand, has a flat bottom and is designed to be used on the stovetop or in a conventional oven.
In addition, skillets and pans are available in very similar sizes (typically 8-inch, 10-inch, or 12-inch diameters) and materials (stainless steel, aluminum, multi-ply, and nonstick coating).