Panasonic G100 vs Sony T90

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic G100 versus Sony T90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and T90 (12MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and T90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G100 was unveiled 11 years later than the T90 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G100 scores against the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G100 features outer dimensions 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 T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G100 versus Sony T90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G100 against the T90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G100 and T90 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and T90.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G100 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will deliver more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger G100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.