Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II Summary

Panasonic DC-LX100 II

The Panasonic LX100 II is a relatively compact premium digital camera. Its 20 MP Four-Thirds sensor, being used with a 2.2X crop-factor, rather than the usual 2X, delivers exceptional image-quality in multiple aspect-ratios while keeping an ultra-wide field-of-view most of the time.

The excellent Leica optics, equivalent to a 24-75mm F/1.7-2.8 in all rectangular formats, makes the LX100 II very versatile and keeps it moderately compact. This lens shows excellent sharpness across the frame when stopped-down with very little distortion and no sign of vignetting or chromatic aberrations.

This digital camera is fast for the most part with impressive autofocus speed. While its zoom is slow, other aspects are comparable to high-end cameras.

Ergonomics are a step up from most premium cameras. Its numerous physical controls are efficient to use and highly intuitive. It is too bad that the EC dial and control-ring are easy to accidentally turn because the interface on the LX100 II is otherwise impeccable.

The Panasonic LX100 II produces top-notch image-quality at a quick pace and with ease. This is an ideal camera whenever time size and weight are an issue, either on its own or backup to a larger mirrorless or DSLR.

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