Canon G7 X MII vs Panasonic LX100 II

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon G7 X MII and Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G7 X MII (20MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is relatively well matched but the G7 X MII (1") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G7 X MII was launched 3 years before the LX100 II and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G7 X MII scores against the LX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X MII offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 II has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Canon G7 X MII and Panasonic LX100 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G7 X MII versus the LX100 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X MII and LX100 II is 88 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MII and LX100 II.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G7 X MII featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Canon G7 X MII will give extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older G7 X MII is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.