Panasonic G100 vs Sony ZV-E10

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic G100 vs Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the ZV-E10 (24MP) is relatively close but the G100 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E10 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The G100 was brought out 13 months prior to the ZV-E10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G100 grades versus the ZV-E10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G100 enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E10 has sizing of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the G100 and the ZV-E10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and ZV-E10 is 81 and 86 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G100 and ZV-E10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G100 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony ZV-E10 will result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older G100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.