Panasonic
Lumix ZS300
Large-sensor travel compact with 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS, 15x 24–360mm Leica zoom, 4K30 video, hybrid O.I.S., and USB-C — ZS200 successor without EVF.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Sony
RX100 VI
1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time Eye AF — the travel zoom king.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2018
Lumix ZS300 is 7.9 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix ZS300
Wins
RX100 VI
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX100 VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BRX100 VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BRX100 VI has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 14 frames)
- BRX100 VI has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- ALumix ZS300 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
RX100 VI
102 × 58 × 42 mm
301 g (0.66 lb / 10.62 oz)
Lumix ZS300 is 10mm wider, 8mm taller, and 3mm thicker than RX100 VI.
Lumix ZS300 is 36 g heavier than RX100 VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 45mm Lumix ZS300 · 42mm RX100 VI
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix ZS300
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
RX100 VI
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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 ZS300
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MP4
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
RX100 VI
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
AA filter
Only RX100 VI supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.1 MP
- ✓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 ZS300
Pros
- ✓1-inch 20.1MP BSI sensor
- ✓15x 24–360mm Leica zoom
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo burst
- ✓AF macro from 3 cm
- ✓USB-C + Bluetooth/Wi-Fi sharing
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS200)
- –Slow f/3.3–6.4 aperture
- –Fixed rear screen only
- –$100 premium over ZS200 launch
RX100 VI
Pros
- ✓24–200mm pocket zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Small controls
- –Superseded by VII
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Lumix ZS300 and RX100 VI at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic Lumix ZS300
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, Lumix ZS300 or RX100 VI?
RX100 VI scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for Lumix ZS300 — 301g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix ZS300 and RX100 VI?
Both cameras share the same 20.1 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix ZS300 and RX100 VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS, while RX100 VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix ZS300 or the RX100 VI?
Lumix ZS300 reaches 30 fps electronic. RX100 VI reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix ZS300 and RX100 VI?
Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g and RX100 VI weighs 301 g, so the RX100 VI is 36 g lighter.
Do the Lumix ZS300 and RX100 VI record 4K video?
Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p. RX100 VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix ZS300 and RX100 VI weather sealed?
Lumix ZS300: No. RX100 VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 360 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix ZS300 and 640 shots for the RX100 VI, giving the RX100 VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix ZS300 launched at $899 and RX100 VI at $1,199. The Lumix ZS300 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.