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 ZS100
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor, 10x Leica lens, EVF, and 4K video.
$699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2016
X100V is 4.1 years newer.
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Wins
X100V
Wins
Lumix ZS100
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- AX100V has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 1,166,000)
- AX100V has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix ZS100 has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 30 fps)
- BLumix ZS100 has lower Weight (312 g vs 478 g)
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 ZS100
111 × 65 × 44 mm
312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz)
X100V is 18mm wider, 10mm taller, and 9mm thicker than Lumix ZS100.
X100V is 166 g heavier than Lumix ZS100.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 44mm Lumix ZS100
Sensor size, to scale
X100V
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lumix ZS100
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
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 1,166,000 — 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 ZS100
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.5, 64.5, 44.3
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix ZS100 supports it
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
312 g vs 478 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower 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
- ✓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 ZS100
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓10x travel zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Pocketable
Cons
- –Slower telephoto aperture
- –Small controls
- –Older screen
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm X100V
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X100V or Lumix ZS100?
X100V scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix ZS100 — 26.1MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Lumix ZS100?
X100V is 26.1 MP and Lumix ZS100 is 20.1 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X100V and Lumix ZS100?
X100V does not have IBIS, while Lumix ZS100 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Lumix ZS100?
X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS100 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100V and Lumix ZS100?
X100V weighs 478 g and Lumix ZS100 weighs 312 g, so the Lumix ZS100 is 166 g lighter.
Do the X100V and Lumix ZS100 record 4K video?
X100V: 4K up to 30p. Lumix ZS100: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100V and Lumix ZS100 weather sealed?
X100V: Yes. Lumix ZS100: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 300 shots for the Lumix ZS100, giving the X100V the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100V launched at $1,399 and Lumix ZS100 at $699. The Lumix ZS100 is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.