Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax E85

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic LX100 II and Pentax E85, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and E85 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and E85 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The LX100 II was revealed 9 years after the E85 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the LX100 II matches up versus the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Pentax Optio E85. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II enjoys external measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Panasonic LX100 II and Pentax E85 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the LX100 II compared to the E85.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and E85 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and E85.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will show extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.