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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 ZS200

Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.

$799

Launch price

Released Feb 2018

X100V is 1.9 years newer.

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Wins

8categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

Wins

3categories

Lumix ZS200

6 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100V wins 4 categories·Lumix ZS200 wins 1 categories
  • AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
  • AX100V has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • AX100V has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,330,000)
  • BLumix ZS200 has lower Weight (340 g vs 478 g)
  • AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 20.1 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VLumix ZS200
Resolution26.1 MP20.1 MP
SensorAPS-C13.2 x 8.8 mm
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst30 fps30 fps
4K30 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight478 g340 g
Battery350 shots370 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 ZS200

111 × 66 × 45 mm

340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)

X100V is 17mm wider, 8mm taller, and 8mm thicker than Lumix ZS200.

X100V is 138 g heavier than Lumix ZS200.

Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 45mm Lumix ZS200

Sensor size, to scale

X100V

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

Lumix ZS200

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 caseX100VLumix ZS200
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

  • 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

  • Microphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only X100V supports it

Reasons to choose

Lumix ZS200

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Face, Eye…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2

  • Codecs

    Adds MP4, AVCHD

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only Lumix ZS200 supports it

  • Weight

    340 g vs 478 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    125 vs 160 — lower is better

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    370 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Burst (electronic)Both 30 fps
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 30 fps
  • Card slotsBoth 1

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 ZS200

Pros

  • True pocket size
  • 1-inch sensor
  • 24–360mm zoom

Cons

  • Small sensor vs FF
  • No viewfinder grip
  • Older model

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100V
Lumix ZS200
Resolution
26.1 MP+30%
20.1 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
1-inch High Sensitivity MOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.6 mm
13.2 x 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100V
Lumix ZS200
Aperture
f/2.0
f/3.3-6.4
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
24-360 mm
X100V
Lumix ZS200
Processor
X-Processor 4
Venus Engine
X100V
Lumix ZS200
ISO min (native)
160
125−35 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
25,600
X100V
Lumix ZS200
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/2000 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 ZS200?

X100V scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix ZS200 — 26.1MP — solid resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Lumix ZS200?

X100V is 26.1 MP and Lumix ZS200 is 20.1 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the X100V and Lumix ZS200?

X100V does not have IBIS, while Lumix ZS200 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Lumix ZS200?

X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS200 reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100V and Lumix ZS200?

X100V weighs 478 g and Lumix ZS200 weighs 340 g, so the Lumix ZS200 is 138 g lighter.

Do the X100V and Lumix ZS200 record 4K video?

X100V: 4K up to 30p. Lumix ZS200: 4K up to 30p.

Are the X100V and Lumix ZS200 weather sealed?

X100V: Yes. Lumix ZS200: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 370 shots for the Lumix ZS200, giving the Lumix ZS200 the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100V launched at $1,399 and Lumix ZS200 at $799. The Lumix ZS200 is $600 less.

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