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Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12

Portability
81
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67
Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs

Panasonic G100
(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
Panasonic FS12
(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
Photography Glossary

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.

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Panasonic FS12

 G100 FS12 
AnnouncedJune 2020April 2009Newer by 137 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1840k230kCrisper screen (+1610k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Panasonic G100

 FS12 G100 

Common features in the Panasonic G100 and Panasonic FS12

 G100 FS12 

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and FS12 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic G100
Portrait photography with Panasonic FS12
77
has manual focus
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
features face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
21
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic G100 Street photography features
Panasonic FS12 Street photography features
78
fully articulated screen
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
supports focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic G100 Sports photography information
Panasonic FS12 Sports photography information
56
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/500s)
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (270 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic G100 Travel photography details
Panasonic FS12 Travel photography details
78
supports bluetooth
supports focus via touch
good MP (20MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
not so great battery pack (270 shots)
51
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic G100 Landscape photography details
Panasonic FS12 Landscape photography details
71
has manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (270 per charge)
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic G100 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS12 Vlogging highlights
78
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
features face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 1920 pixels)
comes with mic support
does not have image stabilization
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic jack
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Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic G100 and Panasonic FS12
 Panasonic Lumix DC-G100Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
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