Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100
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Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 127 x 74 x 54mm
- Released July 2013
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X100
- New Model is Fujifilm X100T
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Released January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS200

Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X100S versus Panasonic ZS100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X100S (APS-C) and ZS100 (1") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X100S was introduced 3 years earlier than the ZS100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X100S matches up versus the ZS100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X100S & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100S Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Panasonic ZS100
Fujifilm X100S | ZS100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Fujifilm X100S
ZS100 | Fujifilm X100S | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2013 | More modern by 29 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100S and Panasonic ZS100
Fujifilm X100S | ZS100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X100S offers outer dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X100S versus Panasonic ZS100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X100S against the ZS100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100S and ZS100 is 80 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X100S and ZS100.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X100S using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS100 will produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100S will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X100S vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Fujifilm X100S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X100S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-07-29 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | MOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,350k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 90 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 9.9 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 312 gr (0.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,299 | $700 |