Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100
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Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
- Announced February 2018
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Released July 2006
- Previous Model is Konica Minolta 5D
- New Model is Sony A550
Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX9 and Sony A100, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and A100 (10MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and A100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GX9 was launched 11 years after the A100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the GX9 scores versus the A100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Sony A100
GX9 | A100 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | July 2006 | Newer by 141 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1240k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1010k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Panasonic GX9
A100 | GX9 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GX9 and Sony A100
GX9 | A100 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony A100 has dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GX9 and Sony A100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GX9 against the A100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX9 and A100 is 82 and 64 respectively.
Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and A100.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GX9 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern GX9 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2018-02-13 | 2006-07-31 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 107 | 143 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,240 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) | - |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 407 grams (0.90 lbs) | 638 grams (1.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $1,000 | $1,000 |