Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly close but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and TF1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 II was revealed 5 years after the TF1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the LX100 II scores against the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II has outside 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 TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the LX100 II and the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and TF1 is 81 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and TF1.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will render greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer LX100 II will have an edge in sensor tech.