Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic FX90

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic G100 versus Panasonic FX90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and FX90 (12MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and FX90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The G100 was revealed 8 years later than the FX90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G100 scores versus the FX90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G100 has got outer dimensions 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 FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G100 versus Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G100 versus the FX90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G100 and FX90 is 81 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and FX90.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G100 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G100 will show extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger G100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.