Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Released Feb 2020
Panasonic
Lumix LX100 II
Premium fixed-zoom compact with multi-aspect Four Thirds sensor, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$999
Released Aug 2018
X100V is 1.4 years newer.
Wins
X100V
Wins
Lumix LX100 II
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- BLumix LX100 II has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- AX100V has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix LX100 II has higher RAW buffer depth (33 frames vs 17 frames)
- AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 17 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
Lumix LX100 II
115 × 66 × 64 mm
392 g (0.86 lb / 13.83 oz)
X100V is 11mm thinner than Lumix LX100 II but it is also 13mm wider and 9mm taller.
X100V is 86 g heavier than Lumix LX100 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 64mm Lumix LX100 II
Sensor size, to scale
X100V
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lumix LX100 II
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
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
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
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X100V supports it
Resolution
26.1 MP vs 17 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX100 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115, 66.2, 64.2
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix LX100 II supports it
RAW buffer depth
33 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
392 g vs 478 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 11 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both 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 II
Pros
- ✓Large Four Thirds sensor
- ✓Fast 24-75mm equivalent lens
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Compact controls
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No tilt screen
- –Not pocket-thin
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X100V or Lumix LX100 II?
X100V scores 7.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix LX100 II — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Lumix LX100 II?
X100V is 26.1 MP and Lumix LX100 II is 17 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100V and Lumix LX100 II have in-body image stabilization?
X100V does not have IBIS, while lumix LX100 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Lumix LX100 II?
X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix LX100 II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100V and Lumix LX100 II?
X100V weighs 478 g and Lumix LX100 II weighs 392 g, so the Lumix LX100 II is 86 g lighter.
Do the X100V and Lumix LX100 II record 4K video?
X100V: 4K up to 30p. Lumix LX100 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100V and Lumix LX100 II weather sealed?
X100V: Yes. Lumix LX100 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 340 shots for the Lumix LX100 II, giving the X100V the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100V launched at $1,399 and Lumix LX100 II at $999. The Lumix LX100 II is $400 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.