Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GM1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic GM1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The LX100 II was unveiled 4 years later than the GM1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera 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 GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the LX100 II grades vs the GM1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with physical 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 GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the LX100 II versus the GM1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and GM1 is 81 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and GM1.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LX100 II to show extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.