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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

Launch price

Released Feb 2025

vs

Panasonic

Lumix ZS100

Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor, 10x Leica lens, EVF, and 4K video.

$699

Launch price

Released Jan 2016

Lumix S1R II is 9.2 years newer.

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Wins

15categories

Lumix S1R II

Sports & ActionVideo & Hybrid

Wins

2categories

Lumix ZS100

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix S1R II wins 5 categories·Lumix ZS100 wins 0 categories
  • ALumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • ALumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • ALumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
  • ALumix S1R II has higher RAW buffer depth (70 frames vs 14 frames)
  • ALumix S1R II has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 1,166,000)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix S1R IILumix ZS100
Resolution44.3 MP20.1 MP
SensorAPS-C13.2 x 8.8 mm
ISO max51,20012,800
Burst40 fps50 fps
4K120 fps30 fps
IBIS8-stopNo
Weight795 g312 g
Battery350 shots300 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix S1R II

134 × 102 × 92 mm

795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Lumix ZS100

111 × 65 × 44 mm

312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz)

Lumix S1R II is 24mm wider, 38mm taller, and 48mm thicker than Lumix ZS100.

Lumix S1R II is 483 g heavier than Lumix ZS100.

Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix S1R II · 44mm Lumix ZS100

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix S1R II

35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame

856 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

Use caseLumix S1R IILumix ZS100
Portrait
8.5Excellent✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
10.0Excellent✓ wins
4.5Fair
Video & Hybrid
9.5Excellent✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
8.5Excellent✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
4.5Fair
4.5Fair
Wildlife
8.0Excellent✓ wins
4.0Fair
Vlogging
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Lumix S1R 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

    70 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 1,166,000 — 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

  • Weight

    312 g vs 795 g — lower is better

  • Codecs

    Adds AVCHD

  • Burst (electronic)

    50 fps vs 40 fps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (mechanical)Both 10 fps
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

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

Lumix ZS100

Pros

  • 1-inch sensor
  • 10x travel zoom
  • Built-in EVF
  • Pocketable

Cons

  • Slower telephoto aperture
  • Small controls
  • Older screen

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix S1R II
Lumix ZS100
Resolution
44.3 MP2.2× more
20.1 MP
Sensor type
35mm Full-Frame BSI CMOS
1-inch High Sensitivity MOS
Sensor size
35.8 x 23.9 mm
13.2 x 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix S1R II
Lumix ZS100
Aperture
f/2.8-5.9
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
27-270 mm
Lumix S1R II
Lumix ZS100
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
Lumix S1R II
Lumix ZS100
ISO min (native)
80−45 less
125
ISO max (native)
51,200+2 stops
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
25,600
Lumix S1R II
Lumix ZS100
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/2000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, Lumix S1R II or Lumix ZS100?

Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS100 — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".

What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS100?

Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP and Lumix ZS100 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS100 have in-body image stabilization?

Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS100 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1R II or the Lumix ZS100?

Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix ZS100 reaches 50 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS100?

Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g and Lumix ZS100 weighs 312 g, so the Lumix ZS100 is 483 g lighter.

Do the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS100 record 4K video?

Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS100: 4K up to 30p.

Are the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS100 weather sealed?

Lumix S1R II: Yes. Lumix ZS100: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1R II and 300 shots for the Lumix ZS100, giving the Lumix S1R II the edge.

How much does each cost?

Lumix S1R II launched at $3,299 and Lumix ZS100 at $699. The Lumix ZS100 is $2,600 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.