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Fujifilm

X100V

Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.

$1,399

Launch price

Released Feb 2020

vs

Panasonic

Lumix LX100

Original large-sensor LX compact with Four Thirds sensor crop, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.

$899

Launch price

Released Sep 2014

X100V is 5.4 years newer.

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Wins

8categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

Wins

4categories

Lumix LX100

5 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100V wins 4 categories·Lumix LX100 wins 1 categories
  • AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
  • AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 12.8 MP)
  • BLumix LX100 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
  • AX100V has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • AX100V has higher RAW buffer depth (17 frames vs 9 frames)

Key specs at a glance

X100VLumix LX100
Resolution26.1 MP12.8 MP
SensorAPS-CMFT
ISO max12,80025,600
Burst30 fps40 fps
4K30 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight478 g393 g
Battery350 shots300 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100V

128 × 75 × 53 mm

478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Lumix LX100

115 × 66 × 55 mm

393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)

X100V is 2mm thinner than Lumix LX100 but it is also 13mm wider and 9mm taller.

X100V is 85 g heavier than Lumix LX100.

Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 55mm Lumix LX100

Sensor size, to scale

X100V

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

Lumix LX100

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

1.6× 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 caseX100VLumix LX100
Portrait
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
7.0Good✓ wins
4.5Fair
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
3.0Limited✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
7.0Good✓ wins
4.5Fair
Wildlife
6.5Good✓ wins
4.0Fair
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited

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

  • Resolution

    26.1 MP vs 12.8 MP — higher is better

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100V supports it

  • Max video bit rate

    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better

  • Weather sealing

    Only X100V supports it

  • Bluetooth

    Only X100V supports it

Reasons to choose

Lumix LX100

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Face, Eye…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 114.8, 66.2, 55

  • Codecs

    Adds MP4, AVCHD

  • ISO max (native)

    25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only Lumix LX100 supports it

  • Burst (electronic)

    40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Weight

    393 g vs 478 g — lower is better

  • EVF magnification

    0.7 × vs 0.66 × — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Burst (mechanical)Both 11 fps
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 30 fps
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen

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 LX100

Pros

  • Large sensor compact
  • Fast Leica zoom
  • Built-in EVF
  • 4K video

Cons

  • 12.8MP output
  • No touch screen
  • Older AF

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100V
Lumix LX100
Resolution
26.1 MP2× more
12.8 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
Four Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.6 mm
17.3 x 13.0 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100V
Lumix LX100
Aperture
f/2.0
f/1.7-2.8
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
24-75 mm
X100V
Lumix LX100
Processor
X-Processor 4
Venus Engine
X100V
Lumix LX100
ISO min (native)
160−40 less
200
ISO max (native)
12,800
25,600+1 stop
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
25,600
X100V
Lumix LX100
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, X100V or Lumix LX100?

X100V scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix LX100 — 26.1MP — solid resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Lumix LX100?

X100V is 26.1 MP and Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the X100V and Lumix LX100?

X100V does not have IBIS, while Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Lumix LX100?

X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix LX100 reaches 40 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100V and Lumix LX100?

X100V weighs 478 g and Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g, so the Lumix LX100 is 85 g lighter.

Do the X100V and Lumix LX100 record 4K video?

X100V: 4K up to 30p. Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p.

Are the X100V and Lumix LX100 weather sealed?

X100V: Yes. Lumix LX100: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 300 shots for the Lumix LX100, giving the X100V the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100V launched at $1,399 and Lumix LX100 at $899. The Lumix LX100 is $500 less.

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