Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100
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Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 440g - 127 x 74 x 52mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Older Model is Fujifilm X100S
- Updated by Fujifilm X100F
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ100
- New Model is Panasonic ZS200

Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X100T and Panasonic ZS100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100T (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X100T (APS-C) and ZS100 (1") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X100T was unveiled 16 months before the ZS100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X100T matches up vs the ZS100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X100T & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100T Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100T over the Panasonic ZS100
Fujifilm X100T | ZS100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Fujifilm X100T
ZS100 | Fujifilm X100T | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 16 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100T and Panasonic ZS100
Fujifilm X100T | ZS100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100T has got physical measurements of 127mm x 74mm x 52mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.0") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X100T and Panasonic ZS100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100T vs the ZS100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100T and ZS100 is 80 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100T and ZS100.
Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X100T having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS100 will render more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100T will be behind in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X100T vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Fujifilm X100T | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X100T | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-09-12 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor 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 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 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum 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 size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 92 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 9.9fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, forced, suppressed, slow synchro, commander | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 440 grams (0.97 lbs) | 312 grams (0.69 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 74 x 52mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.0") | 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 images | 300 images |
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 shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $899 | $700 |