Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 II vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II — Which Is Better?
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Panasonic · Bridge · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 II
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Sony · Bridge · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 II and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II are bridge cameras with a built-in zoom lens, covering travel and everyday photography without lens changes. The FZ1000 II arrived in 2019, four years after the RX10 II. The RX10 II is the smaller camera for packing, measuring 129 x 88 x 102 mm against the Panasonic's 136 x 97 x 132 mm, so it takes up less bag room. Weight is almost the same at 813 g versus 808 g, a 5 g difference. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2019 | 2015 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 18, 2019 | June 10, 2015 |
| Camera type |  Bridge | Bridge |
| Camera size | 136 x 97 x 132 mm | 129 x 88 x 102 mm |
| Camera weight | 808 g | 813 g |
| Optics | 61/100 | 64/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe FZ1000 II is the stronger choice for erratic subjects, with 49 autofocus points against the RX10 II's 25 for more focus placement options. The Sony counters with a modest speed edge, up to 14 fps against 12 fps, for predictable motion. Resolution and sensor format match, so both deliver 20 MP images from a 1-inch CMOS sensor. Both have in-body stabilisation for handheld shooting. The Panasonic's 1/4000 second top shutter is shorter than the Sony's 1/3200, giving more control in bright light. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
20 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
13.2 x 8.8 | 13.2 x 8.8 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
1" | 1" |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
12 fps045 | 14 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
12530200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
128003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
8030200 | 6430200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
6044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 320080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
490300 | 250300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | 235929609900000 |
| Video | 83/100 | 77/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow motion is where the RX10 II pulls ahead, recording at up to 120 fps against the FZ1000 II's 60 fps. That doubles the slow-motion room for a golf swing or a bird taking flight. Both record 4K, so footage resolution is shared. The FZ1000 II adds a built-in timelapse mode for sunsets and cloud movement, which the Sony does not offer. The Sony records XAVC S and AVCHD as well as MPEG-4 and MOV, giving more format choice. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 120 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | No |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, MOV, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Features | 41/100 | 57/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesLow and high-angle shooting favours the FZ1000 II, which has a flip screen while the RX10 II does not. The Sony answers with a denser WhiteMagic display, 1,228,800 dots against the Panasonic's 921,000, about a third more for judging focus. Both screens are 3 inches and neither is touch-sensitive. The RX10 II supports Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi for a steady phone link, while the Panasonic offers Wi-Fi only. Both provide built-in and external flash, and neither includes GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | WhiteMagic LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
9210001150001500000 | 12288001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | No |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
No |  Yes |
| Storage & battery | 35/100 | 24/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe FZ1000 II supports USB charging, so a power bank can top it up on the road. The Sony's NP-FW50 pack carries the higher rating, 400 shots versus 360 for the Panasonic's DMW-BLC12, an 11 percent difference. Both accept SD, SDHC and SDXC cards in a single slot, so card choice is shared. The Sony additionally takes Memory Stick Duo formats, while the Panasonic's slot is UHS-I compatible for faster card transfers. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro-HG Duo |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | DMW-BLC12 | NP-FW50 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
360 shots1505000 | 400 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | No |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II if slow motion matters most. Its 120 fps recording doubles the Panasonic's frame rate, and its denser screen helps confirm focus when filming or reviewing.
For general photography the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 II is the better fit. Its 49 autofocus points suit unpredictable subjects like children or wildlife, and the flip screen eases ground-level and overhead framing. USB charging and the built-in timelapse mode simplify travel. Resolution and 4K recording are shared, so the choice rests on speed and handling.