Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Panasonic
Lumix FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
X100VI is 7.4 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
Lumix FZ2500
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 FZ2500 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
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X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
X100VI is 10mm narrower, 27mm shorter, and 79mm thinner than Lumix FZ2500.
X100VI is 445 g lighter than Lumix FZ2500.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 135mm Lumix FZ2500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 135 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Lumix FZ2500
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 FZ2500
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Lumix FZ2500 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
350 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
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
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 FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or Lumix FZ2500?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Lumix FZ2500?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and Lumix FZ2500 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Lumix FZ2500?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Lumix FZ2500?
X100VI weighs 521 g and Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g, so the X100VI is 445 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and Lumix FZ2500 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100VI and Lumix FZ2500 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. Lumix FZ2500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 350 shots for the Lumix FZ2500, giving the Lumix FZ2500 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and Lumix FZ2500 at $1,199. The Lumix FZ2500 is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Panasonic press materials.