Canon R100 vs Panasonic G3

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon R100 versus Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and G3 (16MP) and the R100 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The R100 was introduced 12 years later than the G3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the R100 scores against the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R100 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon R100 provides external measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the Canon R100 versus Panasonic G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the R100 against the G3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and G3 is 76 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R100 and G3.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R100 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon R100 will give more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern R100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.