Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Feb 2020
Panasonic
Lumix FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
X100V is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
X100V
Wins
Lumix FZ2500
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- AX100V has lower Weight (478 g vs 966 g)
- BLumix FZ2500 has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX100V has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 20.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
X100V is 10mm narrower, 27mm shorter, and 81mm thinner than Lumix FZ2500.
X100V is 488 g lighter than Lumix FZ2500.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 135mm Lumix FZ2500
Sensor size, to scale
X100V
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lumix FZ2500
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X100V
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3
AF points / zones
425 vs 49 — higher is better
Weight
478 g vs 966 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100V supports it
Weather sealing
Only X100V supports it
Bluetooth
Only X100V supports it
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ2500
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ2500 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Lumix FZ2500 supports it
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
20 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 350 shots
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100V
Pros
- ✓Classic design
- ✓Leaf shutter
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Proven street camera
Cons
- –Superseded by X100VI
- –Fixed lens
- –No IBIS
Lumix FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X100V and Lumix FZ2500 at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X100V
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, X100V or Lumix FZ2500?
X100V scores 7.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — 478g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Lumix FZ2500?
X100V is 26.1 MP and Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X100V and Lumix FZ2500?
X100V does not have IBIS, while Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Lumix FZ2500?
X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100V and Lumix FZ2500?
X100V weighs 478 g and Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g, so the X100V is 488 g lighter.
Do the X100V and Lumix FZ2500 record 4K video?
X100V: 4K up to 30p. Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100V and Lumix FZ2500 weather sealed?
X100V: Yes. Lumix FZ2500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 350 shots for the Lumix FZ2500, giving the Lumix FZ2500 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100V launched at $1,399 and Lumix FZ2500 at $1,199. The Lumix FZ2500 is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.