Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
- Announced August 2018
- Previous Model is Panasonic LX100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FS7 (1/2.5") feature different sensor dimensions.

The LX100 II was brought out 9 years later than the FS7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the LX100 II matches up versus the FS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Panasonic FS7
LX100 II | FS7 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 117 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1010k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic LX100 II
FS7 | LX100 II |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FS7
LX100 II | FS7 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX100 II enjoys exterior measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the LX100 II against the FS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and FS7 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and FS7.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will produce extra detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2018-08-22 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,240k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1800 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DMW-BLE9 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 392g (0.86 lbs) | 139g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $998 | $160 |