Canon PowerShot V1 vs Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II
The bottom line
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Choose the Canon PowerShot V1 if…
- ✓You shoot video seriously — it brings smoother 60p 4K vs 30p and 10-bit internal colour.
- ✓You want maximum detail for landscapes, studio or large prints — 22.3MP resolves noticeably more than 17MP and gives more cropping latitude.
- ✓You photograph moving subjects — it adds AF subject detection for animals that the other body lacks.
- ✓You vlog or shoot handheld solo — the fully-articulating screen flips to face you and there's a mic input for clean audio.
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II if…
- ✓You shoot in low light or indoors — a higher native ISO ceiling (25,600) gives it the edge after dark.
Where they differ
- ›Video: the Canon PowerShot V1 is the stronger video tool — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and no clip limit.
- ›Resolution: 22.3MP on the Canon PowerShot V1 vs 17MP — more detail and crop room, at the cost of larger files.
- ›Burst: the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II shoots 11fps to the Canon PowerShot V1's 10fps — the gap that decides whether you nail the peak moment in sports and wildlife.
Frequently asked
Is the Canon PowerShot V1 or the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II better?
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Who should choose the Canon PowerShot V1?
Choose the Canon PowerShot V1 if you shoot video seriously — it brings smoother 60p 4K vs 30p and 10-bit internal colour. Choose it if you want maximum detail for landscapes, studio or large prints — 22.3MP resolves noticeably more than 17MP and gives more cropping latitude. Choose it if you photograph moving subjects — it adds AF subject detection for animals that the other body lacks. Choose it if you vlog or shoot handheld solo — the fully-articulating screen flips to face you and there's a mic input for clean audio.
Who should choose the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II?
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II if you shoot in low light or indoors — a higher native ISO ceiling (25,600) gives it the edge after dark.
What is the main difference between the Canon PowerShot V1 and the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II?
Video: the Canon PowerShot V1 is the stronger video tool — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and no clip limit.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Imaging | ||
| Sensor Type | CMOS | Live MOS |
| Sensor Size | 1.4-inch | Micro Four Thirds |
| Image Processor | DIGIC X | Venus Engine |
| Effective Resolution | 22.3 MP | 17 MP |
| Lens Mount | Fixed Lens | Fixed Lens |
| Built-in Lens | 16-50mm f/2.8-4.5 (equiv.) | 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 (equiv.) |
| Exposure Control | ||
| ISO Range (Native) | 100 – 12800 | 200 – 25600 |
| ISO Range (Extended) | − | − |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | − | 1/16000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | − | − |
| Built-in Flash | No | No |
| Still Image Capture | ||
| Continuous Shooting | 10 fps | 11 fps |
| Video Capture | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 8K Recording | − | − |
| 4K Recording | Up to 60p | Up to 30p |
| 1080p Recording | − | − |
| 10-bit Internal | Yes | No |
| Recording Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Log Profiles | − | − |
| Built-in Mic | − | − |
| Headphone Jack | No | No |
| Mic Input | Yes | No |
| HDMI Output | Micro (Type D) | Micro (Type D) |
| Focus | ||
| Phase Detect Points | − | − |
| Contrast Detect Points | − | − |
| Low Light AF | − | − |
| Eye AF | Yes | No |
| Animal AF | Yes | No |
| Vehicle AF | No | No |
| Viewfinder | ||
| EVF Type | − | LCD |
| EVF Resolution | − | 2.76M dots |
| EVF Magnification | − | 0.7x |
| Monitor | ||
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Resolution | 1.04M dots | 1.24M dots |
| LCD Type | Vari-Angle | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Interface | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | − | v4.2 |
| USB | USB-C | Micro |
| Memory Card Slots | 1x SD UHS-II | 1x SD UHS-I |
| GPS | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $899 | $997 |
| Body Material | − | − |
| Dimensions | 118.3×68×52.5 mm | 115×66.2×64.2 mm |
| Weight | 426g (15.0 oz) | 392g (13.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| In-Body Stabilization | No | No |
| Battery Life (EVF) | − | − |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 400 shots | 340 shots |
| Battery Type | LP-E17 | DMW-BLG10 |
