Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100
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Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 7MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 606g - 146 x 87 x 77mm
- Announced April 2007
(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
- Launched September 2014
- Updated by Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and LX100 (13MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe L1 was released 8 years prior to the LX100 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L1 scores versus the LX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic L1 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic L1 over the Panasonic LX100
L1 | LX100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 over the Panasonic L1
LX100 | L1 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | April 2007 | More recent by 90 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 207k | Crisper screen (+714k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic L1 and Panasonic LX100
L1 | LX100 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic L1 has got exterior dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the L1 compared to the LX100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L1 and LX100 is 65 and 83 respectively.
Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L1 and LX100.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic LX100 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older L1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2007-04-11 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 7 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3136 x 2352 | 4112 x 3088 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 45 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 207 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,764 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 606g (1.34 pounds) | 393g (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 87 x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") | 115 x 66 x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 300 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,500 | $800 |