Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 II

Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II Review

The Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II has a better image sensor than the original, but we would have liked to see more upgrades for the price. It's been about four years since Panasonic tipped the LX100, a point-and-shoot camera with a Micro Four Thirds image sensor and a bright, fixed zoom lens. In that time we've seen a surge in the number of competitors with physically smaller, but higher resolution image sensors, most notably the Sony RX100 and Canon G series. The Lumix DC-LX100 II ($999) doesn't make a lot of changes on the outside—the lens and controls are the same as the first version. But its image sensor ups resolution from 12MP to 17MP, putting it more in line with the competition. Other aspects of the camera seem dated now, especially its field-sequential EVF and fixed LCD. It's a good choice for enthusiasts who want a compact camera with physical controls, but consumers in search of a high-quality compact will be better served by the Sony RX100 III or Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II. Emphasis on Physical Controls The LX100 II looks just like its predecessor. Available only in black, it measures 2.6 by 4.5 by 2.2...

Panasonic DC-LX100 II Review

The LX100 II is a small, engaging enthusiast compact. Its bright 24-75mm equivalent lens and multi-aspect design make it highly flexible. Only the cropped video and slightly basic viewfinder stop this lightly-refreshed camera reasserting itself as a clear leader in this class.

Panasonic Lumix LX100 Mark II review: High-end highs and lows

The Panasonic Lumix LX100 Mark II is a tale of two halves: it's a soft update to what is ultimately a belting high-end compact camera. By which we mean we love it, but its improvements are fairly subtle – especially considering the four year turnaround period since the original model.