• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.6 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 100,000

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Differences

Panasonic G100 advantages over Leica SL2-S

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    54 mm vs 83 mm
    Thinner

Leica SL2-S advantages over Panasonic G100

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 3.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More pixels
    24.6 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Longer exposure
    500 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    100000 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus E-M10 III

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 III
  • $597
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
Leica SL2-S
Olympus E-M10 III
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Internal flash

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $597
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite
Leica SL2-S
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Canon R6

Panasonic G100
Canon R6
  • $597
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2449
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Leica SL2-S
Canon R6
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2449
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Olympus E-M10 IV

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $597
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $666
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
Leica SL2-S
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $666
  • 4/3
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Internal flash

Compared to Canon R3

Panasonic G100
Canon R3
  • $597
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Leica SL2-S
Canon R3
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
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