Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV
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Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Launched June 2020
(Full Review)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Announced October 2021
- Replaced the Sony A7 III

Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic G100 versus Sony A7 IV, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and A7 IV (Full frame) provide different sensor size.

The G100 was brought out 16 months before the A7 IV making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G100 grades versus the A7 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Sony Alpha A7 IV. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Sony A7 IV
G100 | A7 IV | |||
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Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1440k | Sharper display (+400k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Panasonic G100
A7 IV | G100 | |||
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Announced | October 2021 | ![]() | June 2020 | More modern by 16 months |
Common features in the Panasonic G100 and Sony A7 IV
G100 | A7 IV | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 provides external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G100 versus Sony A7 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G100 against the A7 IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and A7 IV is 81 and 61 respectively.

Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and A7 IV.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G100 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 IV will provide greater detail having its extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged G100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G100 vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-06-24 | 2021-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 33 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 7008 x 4672 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Total lenses | 107 | 172 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,840 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/500 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
Max video resolution | 3840x1920 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB PD supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352g (0.78 lbs) | 699g (1.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 600 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | 1 | 2 |
Launch price | $698 | $2,500 |