Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 — Which Is Better?
Side by side47 specifications |
Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15
62
WINNER
|
Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100
58
SCORE
|
|---|---|---|
 |  | |
| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 are 2016 compact cameras with fixed lenses and one-inch sensors. The LX10 measures 106 x 60 x 42 mm and weighs 310 g, while the ZS100 is 111 x 65 x 44 mm and 312 g, so either slips into the same jacket pocket. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2016 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 19, 2016 | January 5, 2016 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 106 x 60 x 42 mm | 111 x 65 x 44 mm |
| Camera weight | 310 g | 312 g |
| Optics | 63/100 | 61/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe ZS100 is the stronger choice for composing in bright daylight, because it offers an electronic viewfinder with 1,166,000 dots while the LX10 has no viewfinder and relies on its rear screen. The LX10 answers with a 1/4000 second exposure ceiling against 1/2000, which helps keep wide-aperture shots from overexposing in daylight. For the resolution and the sensor, the two cameras match: both deliver 20 MP from a one-inch CMOS sensor, so a cropped frame holds the same pixel count on either body. Both also stabilise the sensor in-body, which helps handheld shots in dim light. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
20 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
13.2 x 8.8 | 13.2 x 8.8 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
1" | 1" |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
10 fps045 | 10 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | Venus Engine |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
12530200 | 12530200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
128003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
8030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
6044080 | 6044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 200080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
490300 | 490300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 116600009900000 |
| Video | 69/100 | 69/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlowing fast action in 4K works on either camera, since both record 4K at up to 60 fps. Neither has a built-in intervalometer for timelapse. The recording formats differ: the LX10 records MPEG-4 and MOV, while the ZS100 records MPEG-4 and AVCHD. If your editing timeline takes MOV files directly, the LX10 skips a conversion step. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
✗ | ✗ |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Features | 70/100 | 57/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe LX10 is the better pick for waist-level, overhead and self-framed shots, because its rear screen tilts while the ZS100's screen is fixed. The ZS100 counters with external flash support, which the LX10 lacks, for lighting subjects beyond its small built-in unit. The LX10 adds Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi for connecting to a phone, while the ZS100 offers Wi-Fi only. Both share a 3-inch touch TFT LCD with 1,040,000 dots, so focus placement works the same on either screen. Both have a built-in flash, and neither includes GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
No |  Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 10400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | No |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | No |
| Storage & battery | 29/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryFor a longer rated day out, the ZS100 has the edge: its battery is rated for 300 shots under its test conditions, against 260 for the LX10. Both use single card slots and charge over USB, so topping up from a laptop or power bank works the same way on either camera. For card choice, the LX10 is more flexible. It accepts SD, SDHC and SDXC cards with UHS-II compatibility, while the ZS100 supports standard SD, SDHC and SDXC. A UHS-II card in the LX10 can clear a 4K buffer faster between clips, which matters when filming long sequences in short bursts. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | DMW-BLH7 | Lithium-ion |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
260 shots1505000 | 300 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100 if you mostly shoot outdoors and travel light. Its electronic viewfinder makes sunny compositions easier than a rear screen alone, its 300-shot battery rating beats the LX10's 260, and external flash support helps with indoor portraits.
Choose the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 for handheld video and low-angle stills. Its tilting screen, Bluetooth and MOV recording suit phone-connected shooting and editing, and its 1/4000 second shutter keeps wide-aperture daylight frames under control. The shared 20 MP sensor keeps everyday stills equally well served.