Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA
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77 Overall
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Launched January 2016
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS200
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Introduced July 2018

Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS100 (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1").

The ZS100 was announced 3 years prior to the RX100 VA which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ZS100 matches up against the RX100 VA in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Sony RX100 VA
ZS100 | RX100 VA | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Panasonic ZS100
RX100 VA | ZS100 | |||
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Introduced | July 2018 | ![]() | January 2016 | Newer by 30 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+189k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS100 and Sony RX100 VA
ZS100 | RX100 VA | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS100 provides physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS100 against the RX100 VA.
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Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS100 and RX100 VA is 87 and 89 respectively.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS100 and RX100 VA.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZS100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ100 | - |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2018-07-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | MOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.9fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 312 gr (0.69 lbs) | 299 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 559 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $700 | $998 |