Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic S5

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic S5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and S5 (24MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and S5 (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 II was introduced 24 months prior to the S5 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the LX100 II grades versus the S5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II provides exterior dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has specifications of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic S5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the LX100 II and the S5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and S5 is 81 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and S5.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic S5 will offer you more detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older LX100 II is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.