Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Panasonic
Lumix FZ1000 II
1-inch bridge zoom with 16x Leica lens — great for travel wildlife on a budget.
$899
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Luna Ultra is 7.3 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Lumix FZ1000 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALuna Ultra has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- ALuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- ALuna Ultra has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 810 g)
- BLumix FZ1000 II has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 × 132 mm
810 g (1.79 lb / 28.57 oz)
Luna Ultra is 84mm narrower and 93mm thinner than Lumix FZ1000 II but it is also 73mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 577 g lighter than Lumix FZ1000 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 132mm Lumix FZ1000 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 132 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Lumix FZ1000 II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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
Luna Ultra
Codecs
Adds H.265
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weight
233 g vs 810 g — lower is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ1000 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.2, 97.2, 131.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
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 sports, Luna Ultra or Lumix FZ1000 II?
Luna Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix FZ1000 II — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix FZ1000 II?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Lumix FZ1000 II is 20.1 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Luna Ultra and Lumix FZ1000 II?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Lumix FZ1000 II does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix FZ1000 II?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Lumix FZ1000 II weighs 810 g, so the Luna Ultra is 577 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Lumix FZ1000 II record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix FZ1000 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Lumix FZ1000 II weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Lumix FZ1000 II: No.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Lumix FZ1000 II at $899. The Luna Ultra is $129 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Panasonic press materials.