Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony RX100 II and Panasonic LX100 II side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony RX100 II has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 38 mm (4 x 2.29 x 1.51″) and weighs 281 g (0.62 lb / 9.91 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic LX100 II has external dimensions of 115 x 66 x 64 mm (4.53 x 2.6 x 2.52″) and weighs 392 g (0.86 lb / 13.83 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony RX100 II and the Panasonic LX100 II. Sony RX100 II is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 26mm thinner than Panasonic LX100 II.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony RX100 II and Panasonic LX100 II.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony RX100 II and Panasonic LX100 II.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony RX100 II is significantly lighter (111g ) than the Panasonic LX100 II which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II nor Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony RX100 II and Panasonic LX100 II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony RX100 II features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic LX100 II has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to RX100 II.