Panasonic G100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic G100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G100 was unveiled 6 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G100 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 offers physical 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G100 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 81 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G100 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G100 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger G100 will have an advantage in sensor technology.