Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ1000

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FZ1000 (1") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX100 II was introduced 4 years later than the FZ1000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the LX100 II matches up against the FZ1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II enjoys outside 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 FZ1000 has measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the FZ1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and FZ1000 is 81 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and FZ1000.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will show extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger LX100 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.