Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony RX100 II

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic LX100 II versus Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is pretty close but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and RX100 II (1") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 II was announced 5 years after the RX100 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the LX100 II grades vs the RX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX100 II has got outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Panasonic LX100 II versus Sony RX100 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the LX100 II compared to the RX100 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and RX100 II is 81 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and RX100 II.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony RX100 II will result in greater detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II will have an edge in sensor innovation.