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
Panasonic
Lumix ZS100
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor, 10x Leica lens, EVF, and 4K video.
$699
Released Jan 2016
Lumix S1R II is 9.2 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S1R II
Wins
Lumix ZS100
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
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
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 coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both 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
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
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.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.