• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 17.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 75.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Panasonic LX100 II advantages over Panasonic G95

  • Higher max flash sync
    1/4000 vs 1/200 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.3 fps vs 9.3 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    11.2 fps vs 9.3 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Panasonic G95 advantages over Panasonic LX100 II

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Fast startup
    ~1.00 vs 2.8 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More pixels
    20.3 vs 17.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 109 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility

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Review Excerpt

  • Compact coat-pocket friendly body with plenty of dedicated controls; Great electronic viewfinder; Impressive image quality for its class; Generous performance; Decent battery life.

  • Too big for a pants pocket; No articulation for LCD; Relatively short zoom range compared to some rivals; Can't use full sensor area at any aspect ratio; Not the best choice for video.

  • Read our Panasonic LX100 II Review

  • Weather-sealed build quality; Very good image quality; Effective IBIS; Good AF performance; Unlimited 4K/30p video; V-Log L included.

  • No phase-detection autofocus; Below average battery life; No 4K 60p video frame rate.

  • Read our Panasonic G95 Review

The Competition

Compared to Panasonic LX100

Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic LX100
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compare Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic LX100

Panasonic G95
Panasonic LX100
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Touchscreen
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • NFC

Compare Panasonic G95 vs Panasonic LX100

Compared to Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Panasonic LX100 II
Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Bigger pixels
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Panasonic LX100 II vs Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Panasonic G95
Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Panasonic G95 vs Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Compared to Canon G5X

Panasonic LX100 II
Canon G5X
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Fast startup

Compare Panasonic LX100 II vs Canon G5X

Panasonic G95
Canon G5X
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • NFC
  • Integrated ND filter

Compare Panasonic G95 vs Canon G5X

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic GH5
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Fast startup

Compare Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic GH5

Panasonic G95
Panasonic GH5
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic G95 vs Panasonic GH5

Compared to Panasonic G9

Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic G9
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic G9

Panasonic G95
Panasonic G9
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite

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