Panasonic G10 vs Sony S2100

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic G10 and Sony S2100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very close but the G10 (Four Thirds) and S2100 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The G10 was brought out 8 months later than the S2100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G10 scores versus the S2100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G10 provides outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G10 and Sony S2100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the G10 and the S2100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and S2100 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G10 and S2100.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same resolution but different sensor measurements. The G10 features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The younger G10 should have a benefit in sensor tech.