Panasonic
LUMIX G100D
Creator-focused MFT vlogging camera with 20.3MP sensor, OZO directional audio, 4K30 video, 2.36M-dot OLED EVF, vari-angle touchscreen, and USB-C — running-change update to G100.
$748
Launch priceReleased Dec 2023
Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
LUMIX G100D
Wins
Lumix S1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 20 frames)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (70 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLUMIX G100D
116 × 83 × 54 mm
346 g (0.76 lb / 12.20 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
LUMIX G100D is 19mm narrower, 19mm shorter, and 38mm thinner than Lumix S1 II.
LUMIX G100D is 454 g lighter than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 54mm LUMIX G100D · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
LUMIX G100D
116 × 83 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
LUMIX G100D
116 × 54 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
LUMIX G100D
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
LUMIX G100D
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix S1 II: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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 G100D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.6, 83.1, 54.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Weight
346 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 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
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
70 fps vs 10 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
- ✓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.
LUMIX G100D
Pros
- ✓Compact 346 g MFT vlogging body
- ✓OZO Audio by Nokia tracking
- ✓4K30 + V-Log L + frame markers
- ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF (upgrade from G100)
- ✓USB-C port (upgrade from G100)
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single UHS-I SD slot
- –Contrast AF only
- –MFT sensor limits low light
Lumix S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1 II at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic LUMIX G100D
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, LUMIX G100D or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for LUMIX G100D — 70fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1 II?
LUMIX G100D is 20.3 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
LUMIX G100D does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX G100D or the Lumix S1 II?
LUMIX G100D reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1 II?
LUMIX G100D weighs 346 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the LUMIX G100D is 454 g lighter.
Do the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
LUMIX G100D: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
LUMIX G100D: No. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 280 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX G100D and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix S1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
LUMIX G100D launched at $748 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The LUMIX G100D is $2,451 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.