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 priceReleased Feb 2025
Panasonic
Lumix ZS99
Pocket travel zoom with 20.3MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 30x 24–720mm Leica lens, 4K30 video, 5-axis O.I.S., tilting touchscreen, and USB-C — successor to ZS80 without EVF.
$500
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
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Lumix S1R II
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Lumix ZS99
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- ALumix S1R II has higher RAW buffer depth (70 frames vs 10 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix ZS99
112 × 68 × 43 mm
322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz)
Lumix S1R II is 22mm wider, 35mm taller, and 49mm thicker than Lumix ZS99.
Lumix S1R II is 473 g heavier than Lumix ZS99.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix S1R II · 43mm Lumix ZS99
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
Lumix ZS99
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 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 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
RAW buffer depth
70 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS99
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 67.8, 43.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
322 g vs 795 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 80
- ✓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
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 ZS99
Pros
- ✓30x 24–720mm Leica zoom in pocket body
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo at 30fps
- ✓5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
- ✓1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen
- ✓USB-C charging + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS80)
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Slow variable aperture (f/3.3–6.4)
- –Limited low-light performance
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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 ZS99?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS99 — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP and Lumix ZS99 is 20.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS99 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS99 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1R II or the Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix ZS99 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS99?
Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g and Lumix ZS99 weighs 322 g, so the Lumix ZS99 is 473 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS99 record 4K video?
Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS99: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix S1R II and Lumix ZS99 weather sealed?
Lumix S1R II: Yes. Lumix ZS99: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1R II and 380 shots for the Lumix ZS99, giving the Lumix ZS99 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1R II launched at $3,299 and Lumix ZS99 at $500. The Lumix ZS99 is $2,799 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.