Panasonic LX100 II vs Samsung NX210

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX100 II versus Samsung NX210, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was revealed 6 years later than the NX210 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the LX100 II grades versus the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Samsung NX210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the NX210.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and NX210 is 81 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and NX210.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX210 will show extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer LX100 II provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.