Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic GX8

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic G100 and Panasonic GX8, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G100 was manufactured 5 years after the GX8 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the G100 grades against the GX8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 provides outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G100 and Panasonic GX8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G100 against the GX8.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and GX8 is 81 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and GX8.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger G100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.