Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony WX80

Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic LX100 II versus Sony WX80, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very well matched but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and WX80 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The LX100 II was unveiled 5 years later than the WX80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LX100 II matches up against the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II has got exterior measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX100 II versus Sony WX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the WX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and WX80 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and WX80.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will give you extra detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.