Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100
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Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Successor is Panasonic GX7
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Launched August 2019
Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic GX1 versus Sony A6100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and A6100 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GX1 was introduced 8 years earlier than the A6100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the GX1 grades vs the A6100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Sony A6100
GX1 | A6100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Panasonic GX1
A6100 | GX1 | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | February 2012 | Newer by 91 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic GX1 and Sony A6100
GX1 | A6100 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX1 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic GX1 versus Sony A6100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GX1 versus the A6100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX1 and A6100 is 87 and 81 respectively.
Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GX1 and A6100.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX1 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A6100 will provide extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-02-14 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Available lenses | 107 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.60 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 318g (0.70 pounds) | 396g (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 703 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 420 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $228 | $748 |