Panasonic G100 vs Sony TX200V

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic G100 vs Sony TX200V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly well matched but the G100 (Four Thirds) and TX200V (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The G100 was brought out 8 years after the TX200V which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G100 matches up versus the TX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G100 vs Sony TX200V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the G100 against the TX200V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and TX200V is 81 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and TX200V.

All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G100 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern G100 provides an edge in sensor technology.