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 LX100
Original large-sensor LX compact with Four Thirds sensor crop, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2014
Luna Ultra is 11.8 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Lumix LX100
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALuna Ultra has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix LX100 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- 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 higher Resolution (37 MP vs 12.8 MP)
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
for scale
Lumix LX100
115 × 66 × 55 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
Luna Ultra is 62mm narrower and 17mm thinner than Lumix LX100 but it is also 104mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 160 g lighter than Lumix LX100.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 55mm Lumix LX100
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 LX100
115 × 66 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 LX100
115 × 55 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Lumix LX100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.9× 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
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
Resolution
37 MP vs 12.8 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX100
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.8, 66.2, 55
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix LX100 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix LX100 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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.
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 LX100
Pros
- ✓Large sensor compact
- ✓Fast Leica zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –12.8MP output
- –No touch screen
- –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 sports, Luna Ultra or Lumix LX100?
Luna Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix LX100 — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix LX100?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Luna Ultra and Lumix LX100?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix LX100?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g, so the Luna Ultra is 160 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Lumix LX100 record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Lumix LX100 weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Lumix LX100: No.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Lumix LX100 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.