Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony WX10

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony WX10, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively close but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and WX10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was introduced 7 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the LX100 II matches up against the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 II offers external dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony WX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 II versus the WX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and WX10 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and WX10.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will provide you with greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern LX100 II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.