Panasonic LX7 vs Sony RX100 VI

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic LX7 versus Sony RX100 VI, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and RX100 VI (1") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was revealed 6 years prior to the RX100 VI which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the LX7 scores vs the RX100 VI with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX7 has got external dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX7 versus Sony RX100 VI in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the LX7 versus the RX100 VI.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and RX100 VI is 86 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LX7 and RX100 VI.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX7 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX100 VI will render extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged LX7 will be behind in sensor innovation.