Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 vs Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V — Which Is Better?
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Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15
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Sony · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 and the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V are compact cameras released in 2016 with fixed lenses. The RX100 V measures 102 x 58 x 41 mm and weighs 299 g, while the LX10 is slightly larger at 106 x 60 x 42 mm and 310 g. Both arrived within weeks of each other in autumn 2016, so neither is the newer camera. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2016 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 19, 2016 | October 6, 2016 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 106 x 60 x 42 mm | 102 x 58 x 41 mm |
| Camera weight | 310 g | 299 g |
| Optics | 63/100 | 64/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe RX100 V is the stronger choice for fast-moving subjects, shooting at up to 24 frames per second against 10 on the LX10. Its 315 autofocus points spread across the frame, where the Panasonic offers 49, and its built-in electronic viewfinder allows eye-level shooting in bright conditions. The LX10 has no viewfinder, so composition is screen-only. Resolution and sensor format are shared: both use 20-megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensors, giving the same pixel count for cropping or large prints. Both have in-body stabilisation for handheld work in dim interiors. The LX10 answers with a top shutter speed of 1/4000 second against the Sony's 1/2000, useful for shooting wide open in strong light. Its expanded ISO range also reaches 25600, where the Sony's stops at 12800. | ||
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. |
10 fps045 | 24 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. |
Unspecified | 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 | 12530200 |
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 | 12530200 |
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 | 128003003280000 |
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 | 200080032000 |
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 | 3150300 |
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. |
None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 235929609900000 |
| Video | 69/100 | 77/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow motion is where the RX100 V gains ground: its maximum video frame rate of 120 fps doubles the LX10's 60, giving twice the frames to stretch when slowing fast action. Both record up to 4K, so their maximum clip resolution is shared. The RX100 V also offers XAVC S and AVCHD recording alongside MPEG-4 and MOV, keeping more editing options open. | ||
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. |
✗ | ✗ |
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, MOV | MPEG-4, MOV, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Features | 70/100 | 44/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesTouch control is the LX10's advantage: you can tap to place the focus point and navigate menus, while the RX100 V relies on physical buttons. The LX10 also supports live view on its screen and offers Bluetooth as well as Wi-Fi, where the Sony has Wi-Fi only. The RX100 V's display is sharper for judging focus, with 1,228,800 dots against 1,040,000. Some conveniences are shared. Both screens are 3-inch tilting TFT LCDs for waist-level and self-framed shots, and both offer Wi-Fi and a built-in flash. Neither camera has 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. |
✗ | ✗ |
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 | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | No |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 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 | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | No |
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. |
 Yes | No |
| Storage & battery | 29/100 | 27/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe LX10 is the stronger pick for a day away from a charger. Its DMW-BLH7 battery is rated for 260 shots against 220 for the RX100 V's NP-BX1, and it charges over USB from a laptop or power bank. The RX100 V does not charge over USB. Storage choices also differ. The LX10 takes SD cards with UHS-II compatibility, which supports faster writes with a UHS-II card, while the RX100 V accepts SD cards alongside Memory Stick Duo formats. Neither camera has a second card slot. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro-HG Duo |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | DMW-BLH7 | NP-BX1 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
260 shots1505000 | 220 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | No |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the RX100 V if speed drives your photography. Its 24 fps bursts, 315 focus points and eye-level viewfinder make it the clear pick for children, pets and sports, and its 120 fps video ceiling doubles your slow-motion room.
Choose the LX10 if you shoot deliberately and value convenience. Touch focus, USB charging, a longer-rated battery and UHS-II card support suit travel and everyday use. Both offer 20-megapixel 1-inch sensors and 4K recording, so the choice is speed and a viewfinder versus touch control and charging flexibility.