Panasonic
Lumix FZ300
Weather-resistant bridge camera with constant f/2.8 25-600mm equivalent Leica zoom and 4K video.
$599
Released Jul 2015
Panasonic
Lumix S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Released Feb 2025
Lumix S1R II is 9.6 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix FZ300
Wins
Lumix S1R II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1R II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BLumix S1R II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix FZ300
132 × 92 × 117 mm
691 g (1.52 lb / 24.37 oz)
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix FZ300 is 3mm narrower and 11mm shorter than Lumix S1R II but it is also 25mm thicker.
Lumix FZ300 is 104 g lighter than Lumix S1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 117mm Lumix FZ300 · 92mm Lumix S1R II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ300
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
30.6× 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
Lumix FZ300
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.6, 91.5, 117.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 40 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Weight
691 g vs 795 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1R II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — 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
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix FZ300
Pros
- ✓Constant f/2.8 24x zoom
- ✓Weather resistant
- ✓4K video
- ✓Great reach
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –12MP
- –Bridge-camera bulk
Lumix S1R II
Pros
- ✓44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓8K video
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓CFexpress plus SD workflow
Cons
- –Large high-res files
- –Premium price
- –L-mount lens size
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix FZ300 or Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Lumix FZ300 — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ300 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix FZ300 is 12.1 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix FZ300 and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix FZ300 does not have IBIS, while lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ300 or the Lumix S1R II?
Lumix FZ300 reaches 60 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ300 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix FZ300 weighs 691 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the Lumix FZ300 is 104 g lighter.
Do the Lumix FZ300 and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?
Lumix FZ300: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix FZ300 and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?
Lumix FZ300: Yes. Lumix S1R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ300 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix FZ300 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix FZ300 launched at $599 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The Lumix FZ300 is $2,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.