Panasonic FZ1000 vs Sony RX100 II

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ1000 and Sony RX100 II, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ1000 (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1").

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The FZ1000 was introduced 12 months later than the RX100 II which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ1000 grades vs the RX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 comes with external measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ1000 and Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ1000 versus the RX100 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and RX100 II is 55 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and RX100 II.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer FZ1000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.