Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic S3

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic S3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and S3 (14MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and S3 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The G100 was revealed 9 years after the S3 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the G100 matches up against the S3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 provides outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic S3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the G100 versus the S3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and S3 is 81 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and S3.

To sum up, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G100 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G100 will offer extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher G100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.