Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II
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Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-72mm (F1.4-2.8) lens
- 310g - 106 x 60 x 42mm
- Revealed September 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-LX15
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LX7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Superseded the Sony RX100
- Successor is Sony RX100 III
Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic LX10 versus Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the LX10 (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe LX10 was announced 3 years later than the RX100 II and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LX10 matches up versus the RX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX10 over the Sony RX100 II
LX10 | RX100 II | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | June 2013 | Fresher by 40 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Panasonic LX10
RX100 II | LX10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LX10 and Sony RX100 II
LX10 | RX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX10 enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic LX10 versus Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the LX10 against the RX100 II.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and RX100 II is 88 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and RX100 II.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern LX10 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX10 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-LX15 | - |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-09-19 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.4-2.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto w/ red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MP4, H.264, AAC | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 310g (0.68 lbs) | 281g (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 60 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 20 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 581 | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 350 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 sec (3 shots)) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $700 | $598 |