Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
- Released August 2018
- Replaced the Panasonic LX100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Released January 2009

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and FZ28 (10MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and FZ28 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The LX100 II was introduced 9 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the LX100 II grades against the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Panasonic FZ28
LX100 II | FZ28 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 117 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+1010k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic LX100 II
FZ28 | LX100 II |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic FZ28
LX100 II | FZ28 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with external 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 FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 II against the FZ28.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and FZ28 is 81 and 72 respectively.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and FZ28.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will provide greater detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger LX100 II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2018-08-22 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,240 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1800s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 392g (0.86 lb) | 417g (0.92 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $998 | $599 |