Panasonic
Lumix LX100
Original large-sensor LX compact with Four Thirds sensor crop, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2014
Panasonic
Lumix S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix S1R II is 10.4 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix LX100
Wins
Lumix S1R II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1R II has higher RAW buffer depth (70 frames vs 9 frames)
- BLumix S1R II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix LX100
115 × 66 × 55 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix LX100 is 20mm narrower, 36mm shorter, and 37mm thinner than Lumix S1R II.
Lumix LX100 is 402 g lighter than Lumix S1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm Lumix LX100 · 92mm Lumix S1R II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix LX100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
3.8× 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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.8, 66.2, 55
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
393 g vs 795 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1R II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
70 frames vs 9 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 40 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix LX100
Pros
- ✓Large sensor compact
- ✓Fast Leica zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –12.8MP output
- –No touch screen
- –Older AF
Lumix S1R II
Pros
- ✓44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓8K video
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓CFexpress plus SD workflow
Cons
- –Large high-res files
- –Premium price
- –L-mount lens size
Decided which one is right for you?
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Panasonic Lumix LX100
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix LX100 or Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX100 — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix LX100 or the Lumix S1R II?
Lumix LX100 reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the Lumix LX100 is 402 g lighter.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?
Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?
Lumix LX100: No. Lumix S1R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 300 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix LX100 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix S1R II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix LX100 launched at $899 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The Lumix LX100 is $2,400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.