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Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony NEX-C3

The Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and the Sony Alpha NEX-C3 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in August 2018 and June 2011. The LX100 II is a fixed lens compact, while the NEX-C3 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on a Four Thirds (LX100 II) and an APS-C (NEX-C3) sensor. The Panasonic has a resolution of 16.8 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 16 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Panasonic LX100 II
versus
Sony NEX-C3
Panasonic LX100 II   Sony NEX-C3
Fixed lens compact camera Mirrorless system camera
24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 Sony E mount lenses
16.8 MP – Four Thirds sensor 16 MP – APS-C sensor
4K/30p Video 720/30p Video
ISO 200-25,600 ISO 100-12,800
Electronic viewfinder (2764k dots) Viewfinder optional
3.0" LCD – 1240k dots 3.0" LCD – 920k dots
Fixed touchscreen Tilting screen (no touchscreen)
11 shutter flaps per second 5.5 shutter flaps per second
300 shots per battery charge400 shots per battery charge
115 x 66 x 65 mm, 392 g 110 x 60 x 33 mm, 225 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and the Sony Alpha NEX-C3? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Panasonic LX100 II and the Sony NEX-C3 is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The NEX-C3 can be obtained in three different colors (black, silver, pink), while the LX100 II is only available in black.

Size Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony NEX-C3
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Comparison LX100 II or NEX-C3 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony NEX-C3 is notably smaller (13 percent) than the Panasonic LX100 II. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the LX100 II nor the NEX-C3 are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the LX100 II has a lens built in, whereas the NEX-C3 is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup. You can compare the optics available for the NEX-C3 and their specifications in the Sony E-Mount Lens Catalog.

Concerning battery life, the LX100 II gets 300 shots out of its Panasonic DMW-BLG10 battery, while the NEX-C3 can take 400 images on a single charge of its Sony NP-FW50 power pack. The power pack in the LX100 II can be charged via the USB port, so that it is not always necessary to take the battery charger along when travelling.

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
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Panasonic LX100 II 115 mm 66 mm 65 mm 392 g 300 i Aug 2018 US$ 999ebay.com
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Sony NEX-C3 110 mm 60 mm 33 mm 225 g 400 i Jun 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Canon G5 X Mark II 111 mm 61 mm 46 mm 340 g 230 i Jul 2019 US$ 899ebay.com
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Leica C-LUX 113 mm 67 mm 46 mm 340 g 370 i Jun 2018 US$ 1 049ebay.com
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Leica D-LUX 7 115 mm 66 mm 65 mm 392 g 300 i Nov 2018 US$ 1 195ebay.com
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Panasonic FZ1000 II 136 mm 97 mm 131 mm 810 g 350 i Feb 2019 US$ 899 amazon.com
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Panasonic GH2 124 mm 90 mm 76 mm 442 g 330 i Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GX9 124 mm 72 mm 47 mm 407 g 260 i Feb 2018 US$ 849ebay.com
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Panasonic GX850 107 mm 65 mm 33 mm 269 g 210 i Jan 2017 US$ 549ebay.com
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Panasonic LX100 115 mm 66 mm 55 mm 393 g 300 i Sep 2014 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic ZS70 112 mm 67 mm 41 mm 322 g 380 i Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Panasonic ZS80 112 mm 69 mm 42 mm 327 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 449ebay.com
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Sony NEX-3 117 mm 62 mm 33 mm 297 g 330 i May 2010 US$ 599ebay.com
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Sony NEX-3N 110 mm 62 mm 35 mm 269 g 480 i Feb 2013 US$ 499ebay.com
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Sony NEX-5 111 mm 59 mm 38 mm 287 g 330 i May 2010 US$ 699ebay.com
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Sony NEX-5N 111 mm 59 mm 38 mm 269 g 460 i Aug 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Sony NEX-F3 117 mm 67 mm 42 mm 314 g 470 i May 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Panasonic LX100 II features a Four Thirds sensor and the Sony NEX-C3 an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the NEX-C3 is 97 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.2 and 1.5. The sensor in the LX100 II has a native 4:3 aspect ratio, while the one in the NEX-C3 offers a 3:2 aspect. The LX100 II has the particularity of featuring a switch that allows to toggle between multiple aspect ratios, while maintaining the same field of view and full image resolution.

Panasonic LX100 II and Sony NEX-C3 sensor measures

Despite having a smaller sensor, the Panasonic LX100 II offers a higher resolution of 16.8 megapixels, compared with 16 MP of the Sony NEX-C3. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 3.32μm versus 4.78μm for the NEX-C3). However, it should be noted that the LX100 II is much more recent (by 7 years and 2 months) than the NEX-C3, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the LX100 II has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 25600, which can be extended to ISO 100-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Alpha NEX-C3 are ISO 100 to ISO 12800 (no boost).

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

LX100 II versus NEX-C3 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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Panasonic LX100 II Four Thirds 16.8 4736 35524K/30p22.812.797972
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Sony NEX-C3 APS-C 16.0 4912 3264720/30p22.712.2108373
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Canon G5 X Mark II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.212.458365
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Leica C-LUX 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.112.348164
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Leica D-LUX 7 Four Thirds 16.8 4736 35524K/30p22.912.8100272
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Panasonic FZ1000 II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.112.454665
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Panasonic GH2 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60i21.211.365560
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Panasonic GX9 Four Thirds 20.2 5184 38884K/30p23.112.8116374
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Panasonic GX850 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34484K/30p23.213.358673
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Panasonic LX100 Four Thirds 12.7 4112 30884K/30p22.312.555367
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Panasonic ZS70 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p19.110.610636
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Panasonic ZS80 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.712.2110352
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Sony NEX-3 APS-C 14.0 4592 3056720/30p22.112.083068
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Sony NEX-3N APS-C 16.0 4912 32641080/60i22.812.5106774
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Sony NEX-5 APS-C 14.0 4592 30561080/60i22.212.279669
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Sony NEX-5N APS-C 16.0 4912 32641080/60i23.612.7107977
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Sony NEX-F3 APS-C 16.0 4912 32641080/60i22.712.3111473
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the LX100 II provides a higher video resolution than the NEX-C3. It can shoot video footage at 4K/30p, while the Sony is limited to 720/30p.

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the LX100 II has an electronic viewfinder (2764k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the NEX-C3 relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. That said, the NEX-C3 can be equipped with an optional viewfinder – the FDA-SV1. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Panasonic LX100 II and Sony NEX-C3 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Panasonic LX100 II2764 i3.0 / 1240 fixed i 1/4000s 11.0/s i i
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Sony NEX-C3optional i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.5/s i i
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Canon G5 X Mark II2360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 30/s i i
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Leica C-LUX2330 i3.0 / 1240 fixed i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Leica D-LUX 72764 i3.0 / 1240 fixed i 1/4000s 11.0/s i i
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Panasonic FZ1000 II2360 i3.0 / 1240 swivel i 1/4000s 12.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH21534 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Panasonic GX92760 i3.0 / 1240 tilting i 1/4000s 9.0/s i i
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Panasonic GX850i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/500s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic LX1002764 i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 11.0/s i i
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Panasonic ZS701166 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic ZS802330 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony NEX-3optional i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 7.0/s i i
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Sony NEX-3Noptional i3.0 / 460 tilting i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
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Sony NEX-5optional i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 7.0/s i i
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Sony NEX-5Noptional i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony NEX-F3optional i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.5/s i i
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The LX100 II has a touchscreen, while the NEX-C3 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

The NEX-C3 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the LX100 II does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the LX100 II is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Panasonic LX100 II has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The LX100 II writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the NEX-C3 uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. The LX100 II supports UHS-I cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s), while the NEX-C3 cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Sony Alpha NEX-C3 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Panasonic LX100 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony NEX-C3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon G5 X Mark IIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Leica C-LUXistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Leica D-LUX 7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic FZ1000 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic GH2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GX9istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic GX850istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic LX100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic ZS70istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic ZS80istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony NEX-3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony NEX-3Nistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony NEX-5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony NEX-5Nistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony NEX-F3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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It is notable that the LX100 II offers wifi support, while the NEX-C3 does not. Wifi can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location.

Both the LX100 II and the NEX-C3 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. Neither of the two has a direct successor, so they represent the end of the respective camera lines from Panasonic and Sony. Further information on the features and operation of the LX100 II and NEX-C3 can be found, respectively, in the Panasonic LX100 II Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony NEX-C3 Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Is the Panasonic LX100 II better than the Sony NEX-C3 or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Advantages of the Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II:

  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • Flexible image proportions: Has a multi-aspect sensor that allows for alternative image shapes.
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 720/30p).
  • Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1240k vs 920k dots).
  • Fewer buttons to press: Is equipped with a touch-sensitive rear screen to facilitate handling.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (11 vs 5.5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • Ready to shoot: Has a lens built-in, whereas the NEX-C3 requires a separate lens.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has hand-shake reducing image stabilization built-in.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-I standard.
  • More modern: Reflects 7 years and 2 months of technical progress since the NEX-C3 launch.

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Arguments in favor of the Sony Alpha NEX-C3:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • More flexible: Takes interchangeable lenses and can thus be used with specialty optics.
  • More compact: Is smaller (110x60mm vs 115x66mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Longer lasting: Gets more shots (400 versus 300) out of a single battery charge.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in June 2011).

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the LX100 II is the clear winner of the match-up (16 : 7 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

LX100 II 16:07 NEX-C3

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Panasonic LX100 II and the Sony NEX-C3 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Travel-Zoom Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the LX100 II and the NEX-C3 in practical situations. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Panasonic LX100 II4.5/5+4.2/582/1004.5/54.5/5 Aug 2018 US$ 999ebay.com
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Sony NEX-C33/5+ +..74/1004.5/54/5 Jun 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Canon G5 X Mark II4/5+4/582/100..4/5 Jul 2019 US$ 899ebay.com
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Leica C-LUX....3.5/5..4.5/54/5 Jun 2018 US$ 1 049ebay.com
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Leica D-LUX 7..........4.5/5 Nov 2018 US$ 1 195ebay.com
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Panasonic FZ1000 II......83/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2019 US$ 899 amazon.com
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Panasonic GH25/5+ +..79/1004.5/55/5 Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GX94/5+4/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 849ebay.com
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Panasonic GX850..+..76/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2017 US$ 549ebay.com
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Panasonic LX1005/5+ +..85/1005/55/5 Sep 2014 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic ZS70..+ +....4/54/5 Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Panasonic ZS80..+ +....4.5/5.. Feb 2019 US$ 449ebay.com
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Sony NEX-3......70/1004.5/54/5 May 2010 US$ 599ebay.com
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Sony NEX-3N3/5......4.5/54.5/5 Feb 2013 US$ 499ebay.com
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Sony NEX-53/5+ +..71/1004.5/54/5 May 2010 US$ 699ebay.com
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Sony NEX-5N3/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Aug 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Sony NEX-F34/5....74/1004.5/54.5/5 May 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.

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Specifications: Panasonic LX100 II vs Sony NEX-C3

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Panasonic LX100 II Sony NEX-C3
Camera Type Fixed lens compact camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 Sony E mount lenses
Launch Date August 2018 June 2011
Launch Price USD 999 USD 599
Sensor Specs Panasonic LX100 II Sony NEX-C3
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format Four Thirds Sensor APS-C Sensor
Sensor Size 15.7 x 11.8 mm 23.4 x 15.6 mm
Sensor Area 185.26 mm2 365.04 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 19.6 mm 28.1 mm
Crop Factor 2.2x 1.5x
Sensor Resolution 16.8 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4736 x 3552 pixels 4912 x 3264 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.32 μm 4.78 μm
Pixel Density 9.08 MP/cm2 4.39 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 4K/30p Video 720/30p Video
ISO Setting 200 - 25,600 ISO 100 - 12,800 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 25,600 ISO no Enhancement
Image Processor Venus BIONZ
DXO Sensor Quality (score) .. 73
DXO Color Depth (bits) .. 22.7
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) .. 12.2
DXO Low Light (ISO) .. 1083
Screen Specs Panasonic LX100 II Sony NEX-C3
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Viewfinder optional
Viewfinder Field of View 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.70x
Viewfinder Resolution 2764k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1240k dots 920k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Touch Input Touchscreen no Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Panasonic LX100 II Sony NEX-C3
Focus System Contrast-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing AidFocus Peakingno Peaking Feature
Continuous Shooting 11 shutter flaps/s 5.5 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/16000sno E-Shutter
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inno Intervalometer
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards MS or SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I no
Connectivity Specs Panasonic LX100 II Sony NEX-C3
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port micro HDMI mini HDMI
Wifi Support Wifi built-in no Wifi
Bluetooth Support Bluetooth built-in no Bluetooth
Body Specs Panasonic LX100 II Sony NEX-C3
Battery Type Panasonic DMW-BLG10 Sony NP-FW50
Battery Life (CIPA)300 shots per charge400 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging USB charging no USB charging
Body Dimensions 115 x 66 x 65 mm
(4.5 x 2.6 x 2.6 in)
110 x 60 x 33 mm
(4.3 x 2.4 x 1.3 in)
Camera Weight 392 g (13.8 oz) 225 g (7.9 oz)
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