Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

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    Highlights

    • 12.8 MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
    • 200 - 25,600 Native ISO
    • 49 Focus Points
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
    • 2,764k dot Electronic Viewfinder
    • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 was announced in 2014 and is a Micro Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) Advanced Compact camera with 12.8 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 200 to 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution and built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,764k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 can capture video up to 3840 x 2160 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Successor
    4. Screen and Viewfinder
    5. Sensor
    6. Photography Features
    7. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    8. Other Features
    9. Physical Parameters
    10. For Different Types of Photography
    11. Evaluation
    12. Specifications  

    Here is the Panasonic -LXxxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Panasonic -LXxxx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Panasonic LX100 II
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    		August
    2018    		 17 MP
    Micro Four Thirds    		 200 - 25,600 Fixed 3.0"
    1,240k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Panasonic LX100 September
    2014    		 12.8 MP
    Micro Four Thirds    		 200 - 25,600 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II vs Lumix DMC-LX100.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
    •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
    •   200 Lowest Native ISO
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
    •   DxO Overall Score - 67

    Successor

    In 2018 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 was replaced by Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and its successor.

    UPGRADES Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100
    Higher Sensor Resolution 17 Megapixel vs 12.8 Megapixel
    Max Image Resolution 4736 x 3552 vs 4112 x 3088
    Touch-to-Focus vs
    Touch Screen vs
    Higher Resolution Screen 1,240k dot vs 921k dot
    Lower Min Shutter Speed 1800 sec vs 60 sec
    Built-In Bluetooth vs
    Lighter 392 g (0.86 lb / 13.83 oz) vs 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
    Longer Battery Life 340 shots vs 300 shots
    DOWNGRADES Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100
    More Expensive $999 vs $899
    Lower Resolution Viewfinder 2,760k dot vs 2,764k dot
    Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 vs Lumix DC-LX100 II.

    Screen and Viewfinder

    Fixed screen

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 921k dot resolution.


    Electronic Viewfinder

    Camera has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,764k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 1.39x (0.7x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

    Sensor

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 features a 12.8 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 224.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4112 x 3088, 4272 x 2856, 4480 x 2520, 3088 x 3088, 2976 x 2232, 3120 x 2086, 3840 x 2160, 2240 x 2240, 2048 x 1536, 2112 x 1408, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100.

    Panasonic LX100 II
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    Micro Four Thirds

    17 MP

    Nikon D7000
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    APS-C

    16.2 MP

    Nikon Z30
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    APS-C

    20.9 MP

    Nikon Z9
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    Full Frame

    45.7 MP

    Canon R7
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    APS-C

    32.5 MP

    Nikon Z8
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    Full Frame

    45.7 MP

    Sony a6100
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Sony DSLR-A330
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    APS-C

    10.2 MP

    Canon R3
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    Full Frame

    24.1 MP

    Leica V-Lux 2
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    1/2.33-inch

    14.1 MP

    Canon R5 C
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    Full Frame

    45.0 MP

    Sony a6600
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    NFC

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100's shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter. Camera can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


    Flash

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount.

    Physical Parameters

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has dimensions of 115 x 66 x 55 mm (4.53 x 2.6 x 2.17"). It weighs 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    115 mm (4.53")

    66 mm (2.6")

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    55 mm (2.17")

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    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 dimensions

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    AVERAGE
    67

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 gets a score of 67 and is AVERAGE choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    69

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 gets a score of 69 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

    Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 Evaluation

    We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and give score of 70 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    70

    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    69

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 69 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
    •   200 Lowest Native ISO
    •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
    •   DxO Overall Score - 67

    Photo

    GOOD
    74

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 74 for Photo parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

    Video

    AVERAGE
    59

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 59 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160

    Focusing

    GOOD
    73

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 73 for Focusing parameters.

    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    GOOD
    75

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 75 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,764k dot

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    78

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 78 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    43

    We give Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 a score of 43 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


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