Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12
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Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
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- 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 2009
Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and FS12 (12MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and FS12 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G100 was introduced 11 years after the FS12 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G100 matches up vs the FS12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Panasonic FS12
G100 | FS12 | |||
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Announced | June 2020 | April 2009 | Newer by 137 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1840k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1610k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Panasonic G100
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Common features in the Panasonic G100 and Panasonic FS12
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Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 features outer measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G100 vs the FS12.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and FS12 is 81 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G100 and FS12.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G100 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G100 will resolve greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent G100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2020-06-24 | 2009-04-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,840 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/500s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x1920 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 352 grams (0.78 lb) | 129 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $698 | $228 |