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X100S

Second-generation X100 with 16MP X-Trans sensor and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.

$1,299

Launch price

Released Jan 2013

vs
Luna Ultra

Insta360

Luna Ultra

Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.

$770

Launch price

Released Jun 2026

Luna Ultra is 13.4 years newer.

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Wins

0categories

X100S

Wins

6categories

Luna Ultra

Sports & ActionVideo & Hybrid

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100S wins 0 categories·Luna Ultra wins 5 categories
  • BLuna Ultra has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BLuna Ultra has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
  • BLuna Ultra has higher Max video bit rate (120 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
  • BLuna Ultra has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 16.3 MP)
  • BLuna Ultra has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)

Key specs at a glance

X100SLuna Ultra
Resolution16.3 MP37 MP
SensorAPS-C13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max6,4006,400
Burst6 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight445 g233 g
Battery330 shots
4K120 fps

Size and weight, to scale

X100S

127 × 74 × 54 mm

445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Luna Ultra front view

Luna Ultra

52 × 170 × 39 mm

233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)

X100S is 96mm shorter than Luna Ultra but it is also 74mm wider and 15mm thicker.

X100S is 212 g heavier than Luna Ultra.

Depth (front-to-back): 54mm X100S · 39mm Luna Ultra

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

X100S

127 × 74 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Luna Ultra back view

Luna Ultra

52 × 170 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

X100S

127 × 54 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Luna Ultra top view

Luna Ultra

52 × 39 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100S

23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

368 mm² area

Luna Ultra

13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch

116 mm² area

3.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX100SLuna Ultra
Portrait
4.5Fair✓ wins
2.5Limited
Sports & Action
2.5Limited
7.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
1.0Limited
6.0Good✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
2.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
4.0Fair
4.5Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
0.0Limited
0.0Limited
Vlogging
3.0Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100S

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Eye AF

    Only X100S supports it

Reasons to choose

Luna Ultra

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265

  • IBIS effectiveness

    8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • 1080p max frame rate

    240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better

  • Max video bit rate

    120 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better

  • Resolution

    37 MP vs 16.3 MP — higher is better

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 200 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO max (native)Both 6,400
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X100S

Pros

  • Classic fixed-lens design
  • X-Trans sensor
  • Hybrid viewfinder

Cons

  • Very old AF
  • No 4K
  • Fixed screen

Luna Ultra

Pros

  • Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
  • 8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
  • Detachable 2" OLED screen
  • 3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0

Cons

  • Premium vs Pocket 3
  • No waterproofing
  • Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100S
Luna Ultra
Resolution
16.3 MP
37 MP2.3× more
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS
1" CMOS main + 1/1.3" tele (Leica Summicron)
Sensor size
23.6 x 15.6 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100S
Luna Ultra
Aperture
f/2.0
f/1.8 main / f/2.0 tele
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
20mm main / 60mm tele
X100S
Luna Ultra
Processor
EXR Processor II
Triple AI Chip (dual imaging + 4nm AI)
X100S
Luna Ultra
ISO min (native)
200
100−100 less
ISO max (native)
6,400
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
6,400
X100S
Luna Ultra
Shutter type
Leaf Shutter + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, X100S or Luna Ultra?

Luna Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for X100S — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.

What's the resolution difference between the X100S and Luna Ultra?

X100S is 16.3 MP and Luna Ultra is 37 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the X100S and Luna Ultra?

X100S does not have IBIS, while Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.

What's the weight difference between the X100S and Luna Ultra?

X100S weighs 445 g and Luna Ultra weighs 233 g, so the Luna Ultra is 212 g lighter.

Do the X100S and Luna Ultra record 4K video?

X100S: Full HD. Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the X100S and Luna Ultra weather sealed?

X100S: No. Luna Ultra: No.

How much does each cost?

X100S launched at $1,299 and Luna Ultra at $770. The Luna Ultra is $529 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.

Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Insta360 press materials.