Canon G7 X MIII vs Panasonic LX100

Here, we are matching up the Canon G7 X MIII and Panasonic LX100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and LX100 (13MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and LX100 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X MIII was unveiled 4 years later than the LX100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G7 X MIII scores against the LX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X MIII has got exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 has measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G7 X MIII and Panasonic LX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X MIII and the LX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MIII and LX100 is 88 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MIII and LX100.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G7 X MIII with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon G7 X MIII will provide you with extra detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern G7 X MIII provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.