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 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
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Lumix ZS300
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)
- BLumix ZS300 has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- ALuna Ultra has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 20.1 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
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Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
Luna Ultra is 59mm narrower and 7mm thinner than Lumix ZS300 but it is also 104mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 104 g lighter than Lumix ZS300.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 45mm Lumix ZS300
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 ZS300
111 × 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 ZS300
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Lumix ZS300
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
Resolution
37 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Weight
233 g vs 337 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS300
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix ZS300 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix ZS300 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 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
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 ZS300?
Luna Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix ZS300 — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix ZS300?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Lumix ZS300 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 ZS300?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Lumix ZS300?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g, so the Luna Ultra is 104 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Lumix ZS300 record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Lumix ZS300 weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Lumix ZS300: No.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Lumix ZS300 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.