Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1
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![Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II front Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II/Panasonic-LX100-II-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1/Sony-TF1-front.jpg)
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
- Released August 2018
- Older Model is Panasonic LX100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Overview
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.
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Sony TF1
LX100 II | TF1 | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 63 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+780k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic LX100 II
TF1 | LX100 II |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony TF1
LX100 II | TF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 size comparison Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and TF1 is 81 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-LX100-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2018-08-22 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,240k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1800 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DMW-BLE9 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 392 grams (0.86 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | 240 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $998 | $266 |