Panasonic G100 vs Sony TX30

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G100 and Sony TX30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively close but the G100 (Four Thirds) and TX30 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The G100 was introduced 7 years after the TX30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the G100 matches up against the TX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 features external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G100 and Sony TX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the G100 against the TX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G100 and TX30 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and TX30.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G100 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger G100 should have an edge in sensor tech.