Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FX580

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FX580, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FX580 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FX580 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 II was launched 9 years after the FX580 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the LX100 II grades vs the FX580 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with outer measurements 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 FX580 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 II and the FX580.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and FX580 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and FX580.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will provide more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer LX100 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.