Testseek.com have collected 133 expert reviews of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100.
October 2014
(88%)
133 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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(86%)
598 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
The best balance of small size and terrific performance thanks to a fixed large-aperture lens and a superb micro four-thirds sensor
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Faster autofocus than the competition
Incredibly detailed 4K recording makes it one of the best compacts f
The Panasonic LX100 delivers really good photo and video quality
A great set of features
And class-leading performance
Large image sensor. Wide aperture zoom lens. Sharp EVF. Top-notch high ISO performance. Speedy autofocus. 11.3fps burst shooting. Excellent control layout. 4K video capture with 4K photo mode. Integrated Wi-Fi. Hot shoe.
Excellent image quality
Large sensor for a compact camera
Fast and sharp Leica lens
Decent battery life
Superb ergonomics
Sharp EVF
Aperture and shutter speed rings
Retro aesthetic
Brilliant JPEGs straight out of camera
Built-in Wi-fi
Beautiful and durable retro design
Supersharp 4K video
Quick autofocus
Great color and detail in photos
Solid low-light performance
Superclear electronic viewfinder
Excellent stills image quality - especially in Raw
Unsurpassed combination of large sensor and bright lens
Impressive and usable video capabilities
Comprehensive and well-designed direct controls (with good customization options)
Fast
Responsive beha
Impressive low light performance
Superb image quality in majority of conditions
Top of the line 4K video capability
Excellent price
Useful remote smartphone application
Builtin EVF is a real plus
Impressive image quality from larger sensor
Fast maximum aperture useful
The editors didn't like
The relatively short zoom reach can feel limiting if you're used to smaller-sensor point-and-shoots with long optical zoom
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It lacks a tilting LCD screen
Making it harder to get shots from above and below eye-level
Controls
It's got a fixed LCD and the lens really needs a hood to minimize flare
Expensive. Bulky. Overactive video autofocus. Sensor resolution limits detail. No built-in flash. Fixed LCD doesn't support touch input. Lacks microphone input
No touch or tilt LCD
Flash is a separate piece
A bit large for the pocket
Small size is tough-going for those with larger hands
Price is a bit steep at $900
Rear LCD is not a touch screen
No external mic jack
Lacks built-in flash
JPEG noise reduction and sharpening are rather crude at low ISOs
Lens range can be limiting
12MP may not be enough for some users
Manually positioning an AF point is awkward (and workaround limits customization choices)
Excellent image quality from Four Thirds sensor, Intuitive dial-based controls, Fast lens is useful for low light shooting, Built-in electronic viewfinder
Fixed LCD screen that isn't touch-sensitive, EVF color rendition can be misleading, Limited telephoto range
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 is one of the most exciting new cameras to appear this year, and Ive found that in real-world use it more than lives up to its considerable promise. Indeed, it has perpetually surprised me by just how well it works in almost...
Published: 2014-10-22, Author: Mike , review by: pocket-lint.com
Impressive electronic viewfinder built-in, 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 equivalent lens opens the door to creative images, classic controls and layout, silent operation with electronic shutter option, autofocus options surpass many compacts
No tilt-angle screen, no touchscreen, colour noise visible in shadow areas, some controls feel cramped, slow to zoom, no exposure compensation lock, minimum shutter absent (for use when shutter dial set to Auto "A" position), a little bulky
We probably sound hyper-critical of the Panasonic Lumix LX100, for the simple fact that we are. There's so much potential here, but it's slightly skewed by the absence of a tilt-angle screen prevalent in so many competitors and image quality that is...
The LX100 has flaws and costs more than the competition, but it's worth every penny. Fixed-lens cameras have been on a tear for the last two or three years. This trend arguably began with Fujifilm's original X100 and carried over into the truly compac...
Excellent manual controls, Great build, Great image quality and dynamic range
Oversaturated EVF, Slightly slow start-up, Susceptible to purple flare in highlights
The Panasonic Lumix LX100 is the new go-to compact camera for people who want to ‘go manual' without trading portability.Next, read more Camera Reviews...
Large sensor in a compact body, Small high, quality lens, Traditional controls, Electronic viewfinder
Screen not touch, sensitive, 16Mp sensor produces 12Mp images, No flash built, in
The LX100 is aimed at experienced photographers who want a small, high quality compact camera that affords plenty of control. These users are also likely to want a camera that feels good in the hand and the LX100 fits the bill nicely. It has a solid build...
Published: 2014-09-15, Author: Mike , review by: pocket-lint.com
Impressive electronic viewfinder built-in, 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 equivalent lens opens the door to creative images, Classic controls and layout, Silent operation with electronic shutter option, Autofocus options surpass many compacts
No tilt-angle screen, No touchscreen, Colour noise visible in shadow areas, Some controls feel cramped, Slow to zoom, No exposure compensation lock, Minimum shutter absent (for use when shutter dial set to Auto "A" position), A little bulky
We probably sound hyper-critical of the Panasonic Lumix LX100, for the simple fact that we are. There's so much potential here, but it's slightly skewed by the absence of a tilt-angle screen prevalent in so many competitors and image quality that isn't as...
Published: 2015-01-21, Author: Michael , review by: gizmodo.in
The best balance of small size and terrific performance thanks to a fixed large-aperture lens and a superb micro four-thirds sensor, Faster autofocus than the competition, Incredibly detailed 4K recording makes it one of the best compacts for shooting vid
The relatively short zoom reach can feel limiting if you're used to smaller-sensor point-and-shoots with long optical zoom, It lacks a tilting LCD screen, making it harder to get shots from above and below eye-level, Controls may seem intimidating to begi
Yes. I would recommend the LX100 to damn-near everyone. The only thing its not great for is telephoto shooting, which requires an interchangeable system or a much larger superzoom. $900 is a tough proposition for many of us, and certainly you dont need...
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Published: 2014-12-18, Author: Michael , review by: gizmodo.in
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Yet another great Panasonic camera, the LX100 deserves a spot amongst the most capable compacts on the market. While we still feel the Sony RX100 III is a better all-round performer, the LX100's 4K capabilities give it a crucial edge over its rivals – not...
