Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony HX9V

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony HX9V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively similar but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and HX9V (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was brought out 7 years after the HX9V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LX100 II scores versus the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II offers outside measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the LX100 II versus the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and HX9V is 81 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will offer you more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer LX100 II provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.