Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58
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Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 393g - 115 x 66 x 55mm
- Announced September 2014
- New Model is Panasonic LX100 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Released November 2013
- Previous Model is Sony A57
Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX100 and Sony A58, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the LX100 (13MP) and A58 (20MP) and the LX100 (Four Thirds) and A58 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe LX100 was launched 10 months after the A58 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the LX100 matches up against the A58 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 over the Sony A58
LX100 | A58 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | November 2013 | Newer by 10 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Panasonic LX100
A58 | LX100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Panasonic LX100 and Sony A58
LX100 | A58 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 features physical dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic LX100 and Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the LX100 vs the A58.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 and A58 is 83 and 68 respectively.
Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 and A58.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A58 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher LX100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LX100 vs Sony A58 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 | Sony SLT-A58 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2014-09-15 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4112 x 3088 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,764k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 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 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 393 grams (0.87 lb) | 492 grams (1.08 lb) |
Dimensions | 115 x 66 x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 67 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 553 | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 690 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $800 | $645 |