Panasonic G100 vs Sony WX10

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic G100 vs Sony WX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and WX10 (16MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and WX10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The G100 was released 9 years later than the WX10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G100 grades against the WX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G100 has exterior measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G100 vs Sony WX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G100 against the WX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and WX10 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and WX10.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G100 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer G100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.