Panasonic G100 vs Sony WX80

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic G100 and Sony WX80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and WX80 (16MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and WX80 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G100 was brought out 7 years later than the WX80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G100 scores versus the WX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 offers outer dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G100 and Sony WX80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G100 against the WX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G100 and WX80 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and WX80.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G100 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G100 will produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.