Panasonic
Lumix LX100
Original large-sensor LX compact with Four Thirds sensor crop, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$899
Released Sep 2014
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 10.2 years newer.
Wins
Lumix LX100
Wins
Alpha 1 II
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 9 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 60 Hz)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix LX100
115 × 66 × 55 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix LX100 is 21mm narrower, 31mm shorter, and 28mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix LX100 is 350 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm Lumix LX100 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix LX100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix LX100: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Weight
393 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 9 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 60 Hz — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
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Panasonic Lumix LX100
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix LX100 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX100 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix LX100 or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix LX100 reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix LX100 is 350 g lighter.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix LX100: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 300 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix LX100 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix LX100 launched at $899 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix LX100 is $5,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.