Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony A57

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony A57, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the A57 (16MP) is pretty similar but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and A57 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was manufactured 6 years later than the A57 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the LX100 II grades against the A57 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Sony SLT-A57. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Sony A57 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II offers outer measurements 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 A57 has specifications of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony A57 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the LX100 II and the A57.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and A57 is 81 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 II and A57.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic LX100 II will offer you extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.