X100Svs S1 II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X100S (2013): The X100S was the moment the X100 series became legendary. Dramatically faster phase-detect AF, X-Trans II image quality, Fujifilm's film simulations, and the iconic hybrid viewfinder in a pocketable fixed-lens body — the blueprint every subsequent X100 has built on. A brilliant used-market buy for street and travel photographers who want the Fujifilm experience at an accessible price.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
X100S (2013)
- Street photographers who want the Fujifilm X100 experience on a budget
- Travel photographers who love a fixed focal length
- Film photography enthusiasts who want digital film simulations
- Used-market buyers stepping into the X100 series
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The s1 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x100s is the most affordable; only the s1 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X100S (2013) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £250 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Hybrid AF with sensor-embedded phase-detect + contrast-detect | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | ~330 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 445g (with battery and card) | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 126.5 × 74.4 × 52.4mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equivalent) | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi (via optional adapter) | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X100S | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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