Panasonic G100 vs Sony RX100 VI

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic G100 versus Sony RX100 VI, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very similar but the G100 (Four Thirds) and RX100 VI (1") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G100 was launched 2 years after the RX100 VI which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G100 matches up vs the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G100 provides exterior measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G100 compared to the RX100 VI.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and RX100 VI is 81 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and RX100 VI.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The G100 offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The newer G100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.