Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100
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Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Released July 2020
- Renewed by Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Announced June 2020

Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon R6 and Panasonic G100, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the G100 (20MP) is fairly similar but the R6 (Full frame) and G100 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

The R6 was unveiled very close to the G100 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the R6 scores versus the G100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R6 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The full galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Panasonic G100
R6 | G100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Canon R6
G100 | R6 | |||
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Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1620k | Crisper display (+220k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R6 and Panasonic G100
R6 | G100 | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | ![]() | June 2020 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon R6 enjoys outer measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Panasonic G100 has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R6 and Panasonic G100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the R6 vs the G100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and G100 is 61 and 81 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and G100.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The R6 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon R6 vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS R6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-07-09 | 2020-06-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 6072 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 17 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,620 thousand dot | 1,840 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 352 grams (0.78 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 270 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at launch | $2,499 | $698 |