This is a detailed list of all the best accessories for the Panasonic LX100, including screen protectors, batteries, leather cases, lens covers, and a few cool extras.
This camera is getting a little old now, so it’s becoming more difficult to find custom accessories. Here is what’s still available.
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Screen Protectors
A screen protector is probably the first accessory you should buy for the Panasonic LX100. Or any camera, for that matter. I usually like the Expert Shield screen protectors since they have a lifetime warranty and sometimes come in matte. But the JJC screens are also fine and half the price.
The LX100 II now has a touchscreen, so the screen protector will be different from that of the LX100.
Expert Shield Crystal Clear Screen Protector  Available at: Amazon Expert Shield has three types of screen protectors for the LX100. Anti-glare, Glass, and Crystal Clear. Anti-Glare does reduce some of the clarity of the image but cuts out glare. |
Panasonic LX100 II Batteries
The LX100 and LX100 m2 use a Panasonic DMW-BLG10 battery. While the official batteries are great, the Wasabi batteries are the best third-party battery for the LX100. A California-based company.
Do you need more than one battery for the Panasonic LX100 II? It depends on how much you shoot. I’ve found that when I’m traveling and shooting on and off throughout the day, I’ll definitely go through one battery. I think two batteries will be enough for anyone who shoots moderately. If you’re shooting many videos with photos, you’ll probably want more.
Panasonic DMW-BLG10 Lithium Ion Battery Pack  |
Wasabi Battery Battery 2-Pack  Available at: Amazon The Wasabi 2-pack with a charger is a great value for the LX100 cameras. They have a slightly higher power rating at 1100 mAh. |
SD Memory Cards For The Panasonic LX100 II
Any of the new SD cards will be fine on your Lumix, but you should check out my Memory Card Speed Test to see the absolute best SD memory cards.
Best Memory Cards Panasonic LX100
Best Memory Cards Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic LX100 UV Lens Protectors
Both the Panasonic LX100 and LX100 II have 43mm filter threads. There is the option to get the auto lens cap, which can be purchased with a slim UV filter through Fotasy.
The official Panasonic Automatic Lens Cap does not allow for a UV filter.
If you choose the slim UV filter option, B+W makes the best UV protectors. I’ve always felt that B+W is a little higher in quality, and that’s always my first choice. If you buy any UV filter, make sure you get something that is multi-coated; this will reduce the glare.
B+W 43mm Master UV Haze MRC Nano 010M  The 010 is slightly larger than the 070 filters. The nanofilters are the best; they have the best resistance to flaring but also stay cleaner longer and are easier to clean when they get dirty.Available At: Amazon |
Auto Lens Cap
The Auto Lens covers attach to the front of the lens and closes when the lens closes, keeping it safe from scratches or dings. I’ve tried a few different Auto Lenses by JJC and Panasonic. I can’t get a UV filter working with the Panasonic Auto Lens Cap. I tried; an ultra-thin UV filter may exist somewhere, but the thin UV filter I own does not work.
Panasonic Automatic Lens Cap
Available at: Amazon
I like the Panasonic Auto Lens cap. It feels a little bit higher quality because the outer ring is made of aluminum, as the other Auto Lens Caps are all plastic, but it doesn’t stay on as firmly as the JJC auto lens cap, which snaps on. It’s not a huge deal, but I have had the automatic lens cap pop off a few times.
I can’t get a UV filter to work with this auto lens cap, but it may work if you can find an ultra-slim UV filter. I’m in Japan, and I can’t get access to many filters to try out here.
I’ve decided not to use a UV filter with my Panasonic LX100 II because I feel like the Auto Lens Cap protects the lens well enough when it’s not in use, and I don’t feel it’s necessary when the camera is in use. I use UV filters on many of my other lenses and cameras to protect them because I don’t usually put the lens cap on immediately after each camera use. With the Panasonic LX100 and LX100 II, the lens retracts and is automatically protected by the auto lens cap.
JJC Auto Lens Hood
Available at: Amazon
The JJC Automatic Lens Cap is a nice, inexpensive alternative to the official Panasonic DMW-LFAC1K. The Panasonic auto cap doesn’t stick out as far, so you can’t use it with a UV filter. The cap itself is a bit slimmer. The JJC auto lens cap snaps into place and is much more difficult to remove once attached. The cap has a few more mm of clearance, so you can use a slim UV filter without any issues.
Wrist Straps
Gariz makes a pretty solid strap. I have two of them for a few of my cameras. I like my Gordys and recommend them.
Hard Graft also makes some classy straps that I love.
Hard Graft Slide Camera Wrist Strap – HardGraft.com – See my review
Gordy’s – Gordyscamerastraps: My favorite.
Cleaning Supplies
Microfiber Cleaning Cloths
Microfiber cloths don’t last forever. They’ll eventually get oil build up on them from cleaning your camera of fingerprints and will stop being effective. At least, that’s been my experience.
I bought this six-pack, and they’ve been great.
The Amazing MagicFiber 6-Pack – Amazon
Rocket Air Blower
Air blowers aren’t as needed as an accessory for something like the Panasonic LX100 because the lens is fixed. But every photographer should have something like this. It’s useful in cleaning out dust that gets caught in small little spaces. Like where the lens connects to the housing.
Giottos Rocket Air Small – Amazon
Camera Carrying Case
It’s still part of my lifelong quest to find the best camera bag. I like the Think Tank and Ona bags. Think Tank bags are pretty nice, just to protect your camera from point A to point B. The Ona is more of a traveler’s package. You can fit a laptop, etc.
The Think Tank comes in a few sizes. I use the Mirrorless Mover 20 and have also used the 10. The 10 is probably better if you only want to use it for your camera, although you could probably tightly squeeze two Panasonic LX100 cameras in the 10. They have a 5 as well. I use the Mirrorless Mover 20 because I like carrying multiple cameras.
Mirrorless Mover 10 – Amazon
Mirrorless Mover 20 – Amazon
Ona – Amazon There are many designs, so look around. I like the Messenger bags.
