Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony HX400V

The following is a extended overview of the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony HX400V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very similar but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was introduced 4 years after the HX400V which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the LX100 II scores versus the HX400V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 II features physical dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony HX400V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the LX100 II and the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and HX400V is 81 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and HX400V.

All in all, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 II using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony HX400V will offer you more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger LX100 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.