Drop an RW2 file from your Panasonic Lumix TZ100 (DMC-TZ100) or ZS100 (DMC-ZS100) and get the exact shutter actuation count in seconds — processed entirely in your browser, never uploaded anywhere.
Check Shutter Count →The Panasonic Lumix TZ100 / ZS100 (DMC-TZ100 / DMC-ZS100, 2016) brought a 1-inch 20.1 MP BSI MOS sensor to the travel compact category — a size class previously dominated by much smaller sensors. It pairs this large sensor with a fixed Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 25–250mm f/2.8–5.9 zoom (10× range) in a pocketable body, also including a built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF). Panasonic does not publish an official shutter durability rating; the mechanical shutter is estimated at approximately 100,000 actuations.
| Model | Region | Release | Sensor | Rated Shutter Life | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ100 | Europe | 2016 | 20.1 MP 1-inch BSI MOS | ~100,000 (est.) | RW2 |
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | North America | 2016 | 20.1 MP 1-inch BSI MOS | ~100,000 (est.) | RW2 |
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ110 | Japan | 2016 | 20.1 MP 1-inch BSI MOS | ~100,000 (est.) | RW2 |
Note: Panasonic does not reliably embed the shutter count in the RW2 MakerNote on many compact camera bodies — the in-camera menu (Setup → Shutter Count) is the most reliable method. Use the browser tool as a first check; if the count does not appear, use the camera menu instead.
| Actuation Count | % of Estimated Life | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 10,000 | 0 – 10 % | Very low use — near new |
| 10,000 – 30,000 | 10 – 30 % | Low use — plenty of life remaining |
| 30,000 – 60,000 | 30 – 60 % | Moderate use — normal for active photographers |
| 60,000 – 90,000 | 60 – 90 % | High use — negotiate price accordingly |
| 90,000 + | 90 %+ | Near or past estimated life — budget for potential service |
The TZ100 / ZS100 is a travel compact, so units are frequently used for holidays and events. When buying used, also inspect: the lens barrel for dust ingress (the 10× zoom retracts fully; check that zoom extension is smooth and quiet), the LCD touchscreen for scratches, and confirm the EVF optics are clear — condensation inside the EVF is a common issue on heavily-travelled cameras. The original DMW-BLG10 battery is shared with several other Panasonic compacts, so replacements are widely available.
Drop an RW2 file into shuttercount.app, or check via MENU → Setup → Shutter Count on the camera. The camera menu is always the authoritative source.
They are the same camera with different regional names: DMC-TZ100 (Europe), DMC-ZS100 (North America), and DMC-TZ110 (Japan). Specifications, shutter mechanism, and RAW format (RW2) are identical across all three.
Panasonic does not publish an official rating. Based on the compact 1-inch class shutter mechanism, ~100,000 actuations is the standard estimate. 4K Photo mode uses the electronic shutter and does not increment the mechanical counter.
Yes, if the shutter count is below 50,000 and the lens barrel is smooth. The 1-inch BSI sensor delivers image quality well above smaller-sensor travel compacts, and the 10× zoom range covers most travel scenarios. The main limitation is the contrast-detect-only AF — fine for landscapes and deliberate travel photography, but challenged by fast-moving subjects.