Panasonic G7 vs Sony A6100

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic G7 vs Sony A6100, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and A6100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G7 was unveiled 5 years prior to the A6100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G7 scores versus the A6100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Sony Alpha a6100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G7 offers external dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G7 vs Sony A6100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the G7 compared to the A6100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 and A6100 is 71 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 and A6100.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G7 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony A6100 will deliver greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older G7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.