Panasonic G100 vs Sony RX100 IV

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic G100 versus Sony RX100 IV, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively similar but the G100 (Four Thirds) and RX100 IV (1") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The G100 was announced 5 years later than the RX100 IV and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the G100 grades against the RX100 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G100 has outer measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony RX100 IV has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G100 versus Sony RX100 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G100 vs the RX100 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and RX100 IV is 81 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G100 and RX100 IV.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The G100 contains the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh less difficult. The newer G100 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.