Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF1

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic GF1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and GF1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The LX100 II was manufactured 8 years later than the GF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LX100 II grades against the GF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II has 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) while the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 II against the GF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and GF1 is 81 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and GF1.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic LX100 II to resolve more detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.