Canon G1 X vs Panasonic LX100 II

The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon G1 X versus Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is pretty similar but the G1 X (1.5") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was released 7 years before the LX100 II which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G1 X grades vs the LX100 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The complete galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery & Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X features physical dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 II has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Canon G1 X versus Panasonic LX100 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the G1 X versus the LX100 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X and LX100 II is 75 and 81 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and LX100 II.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will offer more detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.