Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic LX100 II

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X100T (16MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X100T (APS-C) and LX100 II (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X100T was revealed 4 years prior to the LX100 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X100T scores versus the LX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X100T and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100T Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X100T features external dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 52mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.0") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic LX100 II has measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic LX100 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100T versus the LX100 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100T and LX100 II is 80 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X100T and LX100 II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X100T having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will result in extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X100T will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.