Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Launched July 2015
- Previous Model is Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed September 2014
- Later Model is Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic LX100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is relatively comparable but the FZ300 (1/2.3") and LX100 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ300 was launched 11 months after the LX100 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FZ300 matches up against the LX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Panasonic LX100
FZ300 | LX100 | |||
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Revealed | July 2015 | September 2014 | More modern by 11 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 over the Panasonic FZ300
LX100 | FZ300 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic LX100
FZ300 | LX100 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ300 has got exterior dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic LX100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ300 and the LX100.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ300 and LX100 is 59 and 83 respectively.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and LX100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ300 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX100 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger FZ300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LX100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-07-16 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4112 x 3088 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 2,764k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 691 grams (1.52 pounds) | 393 grams (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") | 115 x 66 x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 300 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $598 | $800 |