Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Released May 2023
Panasonic
Lumix ZS100
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor, 10x Leica lens, EVF, and 4K video.
$699
Released Jan 2016
Q3 is 7.4 years newer.
Wins
Q3
Wins
Lumix ZS100
1 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- AQ3 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 1,166,000)
- BLumix ZS100 has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 15 fps)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix ZS100
111 × 65 × 44 mm
312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz)
Q3 is 20mm wider, 16mm taller, and 48mm thicker than Lumix ZS100.
Q3 is 431 g heavier than Lumix ZS100.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 44mm Lumix ZS100
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix ZS100
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
7.4× 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
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 1,166,000 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.5, 64.5, 44.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Weight
312 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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.
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Lumix ZS100
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓10x travel zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Pocketable
Cons
- –Slower telephoto aperture
- –Small controls
- –Older screen
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Panasonic Lumix ZS100
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Q3 or Lumix ZS100?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS100 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Lumix ZS100?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Lumix ZS100 is 20.1 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Q3 and Lumix ZS100 have in-body image stabilization?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while lumix ZS100 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the Lumix ZS100?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Lumix ZS100 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Lumix ZS100?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Lumix ZS100 weighs 312 g, so the Lumix ZS100 is 431 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Lumix ZS100 record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS100: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Q3 and Lumix ZS100 weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Lumix ZS100: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 300 shots for the Lumix ZS100, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Lumix ZS100 at $699. The Lumix ZS100 is $5,296 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.