Panasonic G100 vs Sony TX1

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic G100 versus Sony TX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and TX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The G100 was launched 11 years after the TX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G100 scores vs the TX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 has got exterior dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G100 versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the G100 vs the TX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and TX1 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G100 and TX1.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G100 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic G100 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher G100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.