Panasonic LX5 vs Sony RX100 II

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic LX5 and Sony RX100 II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and RX100 II (1") boast totally different sensor size.

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The LX5 was revealed 18 months earlier than the RX100 II which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the LX5 scores versus the RX100 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 features external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX5 and Sony RX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the LX5 against the RX100 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and RX100 II is 88 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and RX100 II.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX5 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 II will produce extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older LX5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.