Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FP8

Following is a extensive review of the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FP8, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FP8 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FP8 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 II was brought out 9 years after the FP8 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the LX100 II scores versus the FP8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II offers physical 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) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FP8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the LX100 II versus the FP8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and FP8 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and FP8.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will render extra detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger LX100 II should have an advantage in sensor tech.