Panasonic G100 vs Sony ZV-1F

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic G100 and Sony ZV-1F, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is very well matched but the G100 (Four Thirds) and ZV-1F (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The G100 was introduced 3 years earlier than the ZV-1F and that is quite a serious 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 ZV-1F being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G100 scores against the ZV-1F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Sony ZV-1F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Sony ZV-1F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G100 has outer 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 ZV-1F has proportions of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") and a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G100 and Sony ZV-1F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G100 and the ZV-1F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and ZV-1F is 81 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G100 and ZV-1F.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The G100 offers the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The older G100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.