Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony RX100 VA

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic LX100 II versus Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is pretty well matched but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and RX100 VA (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was announced 2 months later than the RX100 VA and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the LX100 II matches up versus the RX100 VA in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with outside 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) while the Sony RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II versus Sony RX100 VA in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the LX100 II vs the RX100 VA.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and RX100 VA is 81 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and RX100 VA.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 VA will give you more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.