Panasonic LUMIX DC-G100D
The 20.3MP sensor captures detailed 4K video and high-resolution stills, and the comprehensive bundle includes a tripod grip, extra battery, and filter kit for an out-of-the-box shooting setup. Its Micro Four Thirds mount provides access to a vast lens ecosystem, while the compact, lightweight body enhances portability for everyday carry. This camera is best for stills-focused beginners who want a complete starter kit for casual photography and occasional video, but it is ill-suited for dedicated vlogging due to its lack of stabilization.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (83th percentile) 83th
- Strong display (81th percentile) 81th
Cons
- Below average video (19th percentile)
- Below average burst (27th percentile)
- Below average af (31th percentile)
- Below average social proof (33th percentile)
What owners think
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 20.3 MP |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Panasonic LUMIX DC-G100D | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Sony a1 a1 II | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 32.5MP full-frame | 50.1MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | 759 | 425 | 493 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 40 | 30 | 20 | 30 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 609 | 658 | 579 | 1160 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic LUMIX DC-G100D | 31.1 | 34 | 36.6 | 26.9 | 19.4 | 36.5 | 44.7 | 81.2 | 53.1 | 33.3 | 82.9 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.1 | 85.9 | 94.4 | 92.6 | 88.8 | 56.6 | 96.2 | 98.9 | 92.9 | 92 | 99.5 |
| Sony a1 a1 II Compare | 95 | 98.5 | 96.3 | 90.1 | 98.7 | 66.3 | 91.4 | 99.4 | 92.9 | 96.7 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 86.3 | 95 | 89.1 | 83.9 | 95 | 98.1 | 96.6 | 81.2 | 92.9 | 92 | 93 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 89 | 87.6 | 99.5 | 96 | 98.7 | 62.7 | 97.1 | 81.2 | 92.9 | 92 | 82.9 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.1 | 88.4 | 88.5 | 99.7 | 83.6 | 38.2 | 93.9 | 81.2 | 92.9 | 76 | 99.5 |
Usage Scores
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