Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FH20

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FH20, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FH20 (14MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FH20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX100 II was announced 8 years later than the FH20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the LX100 II matches up against the FH20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II has outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FH20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the LX100 II against the FH20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and FH20 is 81 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and FH20.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will offer you greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger LX100 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.