Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic LX100

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic LX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is relatively similar but the FX75 (1/2.3") and LX100 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FX75 was launched 5 years earlier than the LX100 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FX75 scores vs the LX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FX75 and the LX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and LX100 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX75 and LX100.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FX75 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic FX75 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.