Panasonic G100 vs Sony A6600

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic G100 vs Sony A6600, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is relatively comparable but the G100 (Four Thirds) and A6600 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The G100 was launched 11 months later than the A6600 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G100 scores against the A6600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) and the Sony A6600 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G100 vs Sony A6600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the G100 and the A6600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and A6600 is 81 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G100 and A6600.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G100 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A6600 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.