Fujifilm X half vs Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II
The bottom line
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Choose the Fujifilm X half if…
- ✓You value portability — at 240g (8.5 oz) it's noticeably lighter than the 392g (13.8 oz) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II if…
- ✓You shoot in low light or indoors — a higher native ISO ceiling (25,600) gives it the edge after dark.
Where they differ
- ›Price: the Fujifilm X half launched at $849, $148 under the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II — money that could go toward glass.
- ›Weight: the Fujifilm X half is 240g (8.5 oz) vs 392g (13.8 oz) — 152g you'll feel on a long day out.
Frequently asked
Is the Fujifilm X half or the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II better?
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to how you actually shoot, and let price and handling break the tie.
Who should choose the Fujifilm X half?
Choose the Fujifilm X half if you value portability — at 240g (8.5 oz) it's noticeably lighter than the 392g (13.8 oz) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
Who should choose the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II?
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II if you shoot in low light or indoors — a higher native ISO ceiling (25,600) gives it the edge after dark.
What is the main difference between the Fujifilm X half and the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II?
Price: the Fujifilm X half launched at $849, $148 under the Panasonic LUMIX LX100 II — money that could go toward glass.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Imaging | ||
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | Live MOS |
| Sensor Size | 1-inch | Micro Four Thirds |
| Image Processor | − | Venus Engine |
| Effective Resolution | 17.7 MP | 17 MP |
| Lens Mount | Fixed Lens | Fixed Lens |
| Built-in Lens | 32mm f/2.8 (equiv.) | 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 (equiv.) |
| Exposure Control | ||
| ISO Range (Native) | 200 – 12800 | 200 – 25600 |
| ISO Range (Extended) | − | − |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/2000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | − | 1/16000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | − | − |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
| Still Image Capture | ||
| Continuous Shooting | − | 11 fps |
| Video Capture | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 4K |
| 8K Recording | − | − |
| 4K Recording | − | Up to 30p |
| 1080p Recording | Up to 24p | − |
| 10-bit Internal | No | No |
| Recording Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Log Profiles | − | − |
| Built-in Mic | − | − |
| Headphone Jack | No | No |
| Mic Input | No | No |
| HDMI Output | − | Micro (Type D) |
| Focus | ||
| Phase Detect Points | − | − |
| Contrast Detect Points | − | − |
| Low Light AF | − | − |
| Eye AF | Yes | No |
| Animal AF | No | No |
| Vehicle AF | No | No |
| Viewfinder | ||
| EVF Type | − | LCD |
| EVF Resolution | − | 2.76M dots |
| EVF Magnification | − | 0.7x |
| Monitor | ||
| LCD Size | 2.4" | 3" |
| LCD Resolution | 0.92M dots | 1.24M dots |
| LCD Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Interface | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | v5.2 | v4.2 |
| USB | USB-C | Micro |
| Memory Card Slots | 1x SD UHS-I | 1x SD UHS-I |
| GPS | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $849 | $997 |
| Body Material | Aluminum Alloy | − |
| Dimensions | 105.8×64.3×45.8 mm | 115×66.2×64.2 mm |
| Weight | 240g (8.5 oz) | 392g (13.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| In-Body Stabilization | No | No |
| Battery Life (EVF) | − | − |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 880 shots | 340 shots |
| Battery Type | NP-W126S | DMW-BLG10 |
