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 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 11.8 years newer.
Wins
Lumix LX100
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 9 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 12.8 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
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 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix LX100 is 18mm narrower, 31mm shorter, and 28mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix LX100 is 320 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm Lumix LX100 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix LX100
115 × 66 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix LX100
115 × 55 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix LX100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
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 7R VI
✓ 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
Weight
393 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 9 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 12.8 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
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 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
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Panasonic Lumix LX100
Sony Alpha 7R VI
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix LX100 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX100 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix LX100 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix LX100 reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix LX100 is 320 g lighter.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix LX100 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix LX100: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 300 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix LX100 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix LX100 launched at $899 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix LX100 is $3,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.