Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony A6300

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony A6300, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and A6300 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX100 II was announced 2 years later than the A6300 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the LX100 II grades against the A6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II offers outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Sony A6300 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony A6300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the LX100 II vs the A6300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and A6300 is 81 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and A6300.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A6300 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.