Panasonic LX100 II vs Sigma DP1x

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and DP1x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 II was brought out 8 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the LX100 II grades against the DP1x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX100 II has outer measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sigma DP1x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the DP1x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and DP1x is 81 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and DP1x.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic LX100 II will provide greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The newer LX100 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.