Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GX7

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GX7, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The LX100 II was brought out 4 years later than the GX7 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the LX100 II scores versus the GX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has proportions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the LX100 II versus the GX7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and GX7 is 81 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and GX7.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LX100 II to offer extra detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger LX100 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.