Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS20

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic TS20, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was manufactured 6 years after the TS20 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the LX100 II matches up versus the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II features 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) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic TS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the LX100 II versus the TS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and TS20 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and TS20.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will give you greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern LX100 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.