Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 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
- Announced August 2018
- Previous Model is Panasonic LX100
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Released July 2010
- Previous Model is Panasonic G1
- Newer Model is Panasonic G3

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic G2, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and G2 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

The LX100 II was released 8 years after the G2 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the LX100 II grades against the G2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Panasonic G2
LX100 II | G2 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 99 months |
Screen resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+780k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Panasonic LX100 II
G2 | LX100 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic G2
LX100 II | G2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with external measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic G2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the LX100 II versus the G2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and G2 is 81 and 72 respectively.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and G2.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic LX100 II to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern LX100 II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-08-22 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,240k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1800 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, 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 | 392 grams (0.86 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | 360 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $998 | $1,000 |