Leica X1 vs Panasonic LX100 II

In this article, we are evaluating the Leica X1 versus Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the X1 (12MP) and LX100 II (17MP) and the X1 (APS-C) and LX100 II (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

The X1 was launched 9 years prior to the LX100 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the X1 grades against the LX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X1 and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The complete galleries are available at Leica X1 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica X1 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 II has measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check out the Leica X1 versus Panasonic LX100 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the X1 against the LX100 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X1 and LX100 II is 89 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X1 and LX100 II.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged X1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.