Panasonic
Lumix ZS100
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor, 10x Leica lens, EVF, and 4K video.
$699
Released Jan 2016
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 8.9 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix ZS100
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 14 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 1,166,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix ZS100
111 × 65 × 44 mm
312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix ZS100 is 26mm narrower, 32mm shorter, and 39mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix ZS100 is 431 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Lumix ZS100 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix ZS100
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix ZS100: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
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 ZS100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.5, 64.5, 44.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
312 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 1,166,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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 ZS100
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓10x travel zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Pocketable
Cons
- –Slower telephoto aperture
- –Small controls
- –Older screen
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
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Panasonic Lumix ZS100
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix ZS100 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS100 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix ZS100 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix ZS100 is 20.1 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix ZS100 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix ZS100 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix ZS100 or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix ZS100 reaches 50 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix ZS100 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix ZS100 weighs 312 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix ZS100 is 431 g lighter.
Do the Lumix ZS100 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix ZS100: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix ZS100 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix ZS100: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 300 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix ZS100 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix ZS100 launched at $699 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix ZS100 is $5,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.