Panasonic GX8 vs Panasonic LX100

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic GX8 versus Panasonic LX100, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and LX100 (13MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GX8 was introduced 11 months after the LX100 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX8 scores vs the LX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX8 features outer measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") having a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX8 versus Panasonic LX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GX8 and the LX100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and LX100 is 74 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX8 and LX100.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic GX8 to produce greater detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger GX8 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.