Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100
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Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2010
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- 13MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 393g - 115 x 66 x 55mm
- Introduced September 2014
- Newer Model is Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Panasonic LX100
FX700 | LX100 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 over the Panasonic FX700
LX100 | FX700 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | July 2010 | Newer by 50 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic LX100
FX700 | LX100 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic LX100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4112 x 3088 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,764k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 393 gr (0.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 115 x 66 x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $399 | $800 |