Upgrade Guide

Lumix LX100→Lumix LX100 II

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Lumix

LX100

£403 used

2014

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

LX100 II

£716 used (+£313)

2018

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the LX100. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the LX100 II

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Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	LX100	LX100 II
Price	£403 used	£716 used
Released	2014	2018	↑
Sensor	12.8MP Four Thirds multi-aspect MOS	17MP Four Thirds multi-aspect MOS
Resolution	13MP	17MP	↑
Video	4K/25p, Full HD 50p	4K/30p, Full HD 60p
Autofocus	Contrast AF; face/eye detection, 49-area	Contrast AF with DFD; face/eye detection, touch AF
Stabilisation	Optical image stabilisation (lens-based)	Optical image stabilisation (lens-based)
Burst Rate	11fps (6.5fps with continuous AF)	11fps (5.5fps with continuous AF)
Battery Life	~350 shots (CIPA)	~340 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	393g (with battery)	392g (with battery)	↑
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Electronic, 2.76M dots, 0.7x	Electronic, 2.76M dots, 0.7x
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 921k dots	3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.24M dots
Mount	Fixed Leica 3.1x zoom lens (24-75mm equivalent, f/1.7-2.8)	Fixed Leica 3.1x zoom lens (24-75mm equivalent, f/1.7-2.8)
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Single SD slot

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