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
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Lumix ZS99 is 3 months newer.
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Wins
Lumix ZS99
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 10 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix ZS99
112 × 68 × 43 mm
322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix ZS99 is 24mm narrower, 29mm shorter, and 40mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix ZS99 is 421 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 43mm Lumix ZS99 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix ZS99
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
30.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix ZS99: 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 ZS99
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 67.8, 43.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
322 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MP4
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
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
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Panasonic Lumix ZS99
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix ZS99 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS99 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix ZS99 is 20.3 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 ZS99 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix ZS99 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix ZS99 or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix ZS99 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix ZS99 weighs 322 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix ZS99 is 421 g lighter.
Do the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix ZS99: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix ZS99: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix ZS99 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix ZS99 launched at $500 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix ZS99 is $5,999 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.