Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Panasonic
Lumix ZS99
Pocket travel zoom with 20.3MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 30x 24–720mm Leica lens, 4K30 video, 5-axis O.I.S., tilting touchscreen, and USB-C — successor to ZS80 without EVF.
$500
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix ZS99 is 1 year newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
Lumix ZS99
2 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 10 frames)
- AX100VI has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- 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 ZS99
112 × 68 × 43 mm
322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz)
X100VI is 16mm wider, 7mm taller, and 12mm thicker than Lumix ZS99.
X100VI is 199 g heavier than Lumix ZS99.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 43mm Lumix ZS99
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 ZS99
112 × 68 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 ZS99
112 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Lumix ZS99
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
13.2× 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 10 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — 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 ZS99
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 67.8, 43.1
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MP4
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Weight
322 g vs 521 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 125 — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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 ZS99
Pros
- ✓30x 24–720mm Leica zoom in pocket body
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo at 30fps
- ✓5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
- ✓1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen
- ✓USB-C charging + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS80)
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Slow variable aperture (f/3.3–6.4)
- –Limited low-light performance
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 ZS99?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix ZS99 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Lumix ZS99?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and Lumix ZS99 is 20.3 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and Lumix ZS99 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS99 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Lumix ZS99?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix ZS99 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Lumix ZS99?
X100VI weighs 521 g and Lumix ZS99 weighs 322 g, so the Lumix ZS99 is 199 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and Lumix ZS99 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS99: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100VI and Lumix ZS99 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. Lumix ZS99: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 380 shots for the Lumix ZS99, giving the Lumix ZS99 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and Lumix ZS99 at $500. The Lumix ZS99 is $1,099 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.