Panasonic LUMIX G100 DC-G100DW-K Black
Its integrated OZO Audio by Nokia delivers 360-degree spatial sound, making it a standout for vloggers who prioritize audio quality without external mics. The camera’s lightweight, one-handed operation and seamless smartphone integration for quick sharing further distinguish it from bulkier mirrorless options. This is best for content creators and vloggers who need a portable 4K camera with strong built-in audio and easy social media connectivity.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong display (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile) 78th
- Strong video (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
| Log Profile | Yes |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 1.0 kg / 2.1 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Panasonic LUMIX G100 DC-G100DW-K | Sony a7R V | Fujifilm X-T5 | Nikon Z Z9 | Canon EOS R6 Mark III | OM System OM-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | ?MP micro-four-thirds | 61MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 32.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 693 | 425 | 493 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 10 | 15 | 30 | 40 | 10 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 8K @60fps | 6K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 962 | 723 | 557 | 1160 | 609 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic LUMIX G100 DC-G100DW-K | 36 | 39.9 | 58.3 | 33.9 | 69.8 | 29.3 | 46.7 | 87.2 | 64.6 | 19.8 | 78.4 |
| Sony a7R V Compare | 94.9 | 99.2 | 97.1 | 78.8 | 95.9 | 77.4 | 94.4 | 87.2 | 95.4 | 97.7 | 98.6 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 Compare | 90.3 | 91.4 | 94.4 | 84 | 93.2 | 99.1 | 97 | 87.2 | 90.3 | 97.7 | 95.2 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 92 | 91.4 | 99.3 | 96 | 98.8 | 71 | 98.1 | 87.2 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 88.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.9 | 90.5 | 95.1 | 93.4 | 98.5 | 65 | 97.5 | 99 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 99.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 98 | 85.2 | 94.7 | 86.2 | 48.4 | 95.9 | 87.2 | 89.2 | 84.6 | 88.5 |
Usage Scores
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