Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
Panasonic
Lumix FZ1000 II
1-inch bridge zoom with 16x Leica lens — great for travel wildlife on a budget.
$899
Released Feb 2019
X100VI is 5 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
Lumix FZ1000 II
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- AX100VI has higher RAW buffer depth (52 frames vs 20 frames)
- BLumix FZ1000 II has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 20 fps)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 × 132 mm
810 g (1.79 lb / 28.57 oz)
X100VI is 8mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 76mm thinner than Lumix FZ1000 II.
X100VI is 289 g lighter than Lumix FZ1000 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 132mm Lumix FZ1000 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 132 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Lumix FZ1000 II
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
X100VI
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
AF points / zones
425 vs 49 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
RAW buffer depth
52 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ1000 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.2, 97.2, 131.5
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
440 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.74 × vs 0.66 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 125
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Lumix FZ1000 II
Pros
- ✓25–400mm equivalent zoom
- ✓4K video
- ✓No lens swapping needed
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large body for compact class
- –Contrast AF
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or Lumix FZ1000 II?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix FZ1000 II — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Lumix FZ1000 II?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and Lumix FZ1000 II is 20.1 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and Lumix FZ1000 II have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix FZ1000 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Lumix FZ1000 II?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix FZ1000 II reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Lumix FZ1000 II?
X100VI weighs 521 g and Lumix FZ1000 II weighs 810 g, so the X100VI is 289 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and Lumix FZ1000 II record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Lumix FZ1000 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100VI and Lumix FZ1000 II weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. Lumix FZ1000 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 440 shots for the Lumix FZ1000 II, giving the Lumix FZ1000 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and Lumix FZ1000 II at $899. The Lumix FZ1000 II is $700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Panasonic press materials.