Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax RZ18

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax RZ18, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly similar but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and RZ18 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The LX100 was introduced 3 years after the RZ18 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the LX100 scores against the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 enjoys exterior measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the LX100 and the RZ18.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 and RZ18 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 and RZ18.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX100 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax RZ18 will deliver extra detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger LX100 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.