Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony WX5

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony WX5, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and WX5 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The LX100 II was brought out 8 years after the WX5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the LX100 II matches up vs the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II offers outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony WX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 II and the WX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and WX5 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and WX5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will resolve greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern LX100 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.