Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FH6

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FH6, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and FH6 (14MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and FH6 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G100 was brought out 8 years later than the FH6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G100 matches up against the FH6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G100 has got external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FH6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the G100 versus the FH6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G100 and FH6 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G100 and FH6.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G100 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G100 will produce greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer G100 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.