Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is relatively comparable but the FX700 (1/2.3") and LX100 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX700 was introduced 5 years prior to the LX100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FX700 scores versus the LX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX700 has external dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 has specifications of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FX700 against the LX100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and LX100 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and LX100.

To sum up, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FX700 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FX700 will produce extra detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FX700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.