Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Panasonic
Lumix ZS300
Large-sensor travel compact with 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS, 15x 24–360mm Leica zoom, 4K30 video, hybrid O.I.S., and USB-C — ZS200 successor without EVF.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Lumix ZS300 is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
Lumix ZS300
4 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 14 frames)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX100VI has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
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 ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
X100VI is 17mm wider, 8mm taller, and 10mm thicker than Lumix ZS300.
X100VI is 184 g heavier than Lumix ZS300.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 45mm Lumix ZS300
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 ZS300
111 × 66 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 ZS300
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Lumix ZS300
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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
425 vs 49 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
RAW buffer depth
52 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS300
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MP4
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Weight
337 g vs 521 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
360 shots vs 310 shots — 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 ZS300
Pros
- ✓1-inch 20.1MP BSI sensor
- ✓15x 24–360mm Leica zoom
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo burst
- ✓AF macro from 3 cm
- ✓USB-C + Bluetooth/Wi-Fi sharing
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS200)
- –Slow f/3.3–6.4 aperture
- –Fixed rear screen only
- –$100 premium over ZS200 launch
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Fujifilm X100VI
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or Lumix ZS300?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix ZS300 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Lumix ZS300?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and Lumix ZS300 is 20.1 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and Lumix ZS300 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Lumix ZS300?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix ZS300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Lumix ZS300?
X100VI weighs 521 g and Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g, so the Lumix ZS300 is 184 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and Lumix ZS300 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100VI and Lumix ZS300 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. Lumix ZS300: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 360 shots for the Lumix ZS300, giving the Lumix ZS300 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and Lumix ZS300 at $899. The Lumix ZS300 is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Panasonic press materials.