Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Old Model is Panasonic LX100
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF1
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF3

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic GF2, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and GF2 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

The LX100 II was unveiled 7 years after the GF2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the LX100 II grades vs the GF2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Panasonic GF2
LX100 II | GF2 | |||
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Launched | August 2018 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 92 months |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+780k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Panasonic LX100 II
GF2 | LX100 II |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic GF2
LX100 II | GF2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX100 II enjoys outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic GF2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the LX100 II compared to the GF2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and GF2 is 81 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and GF2.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic LX100 II to resolve extra detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-08-22 | 2011-02-24 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,240 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1800 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 392 gr (0.86 pounds) | 310 gr (0.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $998 | $330 |