Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LX100

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.