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Lumix LX100 II

Panasonic

Lumix LX100 II

Premium fixed-zoom compact with multi-aspect Four Thirds sensor, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.

$999

Launch price

Released Aug 2018

vs
GR IVx

Ricoh

GR IVx

40mm-equivalent GR IV sibling with a newly designed 26.1mm f/2.8 lens, 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 5-axis SR, 4K video, 53GB internal storage, and pocket street-camera handling. Winter 2026 planned.

$1,499

Launch price

Released Dec 2026

GR IVx is 8.3 years newer.

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Wins

3categories

Lumix LX100 II

Wins

5categories

GR IVx

Portrait

4 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix LX100 II wins 2 categories·GR IVx wins 3 categories
  • ALumix LX100 II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 4 fps)
  • BGR IVx has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 25,600)
  • ALumix LX100 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 4 fps)
  • BGR IVx has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
  • BGR IVx has higher Resolution (25.74 MP vs 17 MP)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix LX100 IIGR IVx
Resolution17 MP25.74 MP
SensorMFTAPS-C
ISO max25,600204,800
Burst40 fps4 fps
4K30 fps30 fps
IBISNoYes
Weight392 g265 g
Battery340 shots250 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix LX100 II front view

Lumix LX100 II

115 × 66 × 64 mm

392 g (0.86 lb / 13.83 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

GR IVx front view

GR IVx

109 × 61 × 33 mm

265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz)

Lumix LX100 II is 6mm wider, 5mm taller, and 31mm thicker than GR IVx.

Lumix LX100 II is 127 g heavier than GR IVx.

Depth (front-to-back): 64mm Lumix LX100 II · 33mm GR IVx

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

Lumix LX100 II back view

Lumix LX100 II

115 × 66 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

GR IVx

109 × 61 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

Lumix LX100 II top view

Lumix LX100 II

115 × 64 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

GR IVx

109 × 33 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix LX100 II

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

GR IVx

23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C

361 mm² area

1.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseLumix LX100 IIGR IVx
Portrait
3.0Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Sports & Action
4.5Fair✓ wins
1.0Limited
Video & Hybrid
3.0Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
2.5Limited✓ wins
Travel
4.5Fair
5.5Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
4.0Fair✓ wins
1.0Limited
Vlogging
3.5Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Lumix LX100 II

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264, MP4, AVCHD

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 115, 66.2, 64.2

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Burst (electronic)

    40 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better

  • Burst (mechanical)

    11 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only Lumix LX100 II supports it

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Animal

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    340 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better

Reasons to choose

GR IVx

  • Codecs

    Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 109.4, 61.1, 33.4

  • Card types

    Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I

  • ISO max (native)

    204,800 vs 25,600 — higher is better

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 200 — lower is better

  • In-body stabilization (IBIS)

    Only GR IVx supports it

  • Resolution

    25.74 MP vs 17 MP — higher is better

  • Max video bit rate

    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • AF points / zonesBoth 49
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 30 fps
  • 1080p max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

Lumix LX100 II

Pros

  • Large Four Thirds sensor
  • Fast 24-75mm equivalent lens
  • Built-in EVF
  • Compact controls

Cons

  • Fixed lens
  • No tilt screen
  • Not pocket-thin

GR IVx

Pros

  • New 26.1mm f/2.8 GR lens (40mm equiv.)
  • GR IV 25.74MP APS-C + 5-axis SR
  • 4K 30p/24p and 53GB built-in storage
  • Snap focus, 50/71mm crops, 2-stop ND
  • Pocketable 265g body

Cons

  • Price not yet announced (listed at GR IV $1,499)
  • Winter 2026 or later — still in development as of Aug 2026
  • No built-in EVF
  • Fixed 40mm-equiv. lens

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix LX100 II
GR IVx
Resolution
17 MP
25.74 MP+51%
Sensor type
Four Thirds Live MOS
APS-C CMOS
Sensor size
17.3 x 13.0 mm
23.3 x 15.5 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix LX100 II
GR IVx
Aperture
f/1.7-2.8
F2.8-F16
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24-75 mm
40 mm
Lumix LX100 II
GR IVx
Processor
Venus Engine
GR ENGINE 7
Lumix LX100 II
GR IVx
ISO min (native)
200
100−100 less
ISO max (native)
25,600
204,800+3 stops
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
204,800
Lumix LX100 II
GR IVx
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Leaf shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, Lumix LX100 II or GR IVx?

GR IVx scores 6.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix LX100 II — 25.74MP — solid resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the Lumix LX100 II and GR IVx?

Lumix LX100 II is 17 MP and GR IVx is 25.74 MP, so the GR IVx captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the Lumix LX100 II and GR IVx have in-body image stabilization?

Lumix LX100 II does not have IBIS, while GR IVx has in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix LX100 II or the GR IVx?

Lumix LX100 II reaches 40 fps electronic. GR IVx reaches 4 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the Lumix LX100 II and GR IVx?

Lumix LX100 II weighs 392 g and GR IVx weighs 265 g, so the GR IVx is 127 g lighter.

Do the Lumix LX100 II and GR IVx record 4K video?

Lumix LX100 II: 4K up to 30p. GR IVx: 4K up to 30p.

Are the Lumix LX100 II and GR IVx weather sealed?

Lumix LX100 II: No. GR IVx: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 340 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix LX100 II and 250 shots for the GR IVx, giving the Lumix LX100 II the edge.

How much does each cost?

Lumix LX100 II launched at $999 and GR IVx at $1,499. The Lumix LX100 II is $500 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.

Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Ricoh press materials.