• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Panasonic G100 advantages over Panasonic GH5 II

  • Less expensive
    $598 vs $2088
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • 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 87 mm
    Thinner

Panasonic GH5 II advantages over Panasonic G100

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Both provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus E-M10 III

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 III
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M10 III

Panasonic GH5 II
Olympus E-M10 III
  • $1299
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Olympus E-M10 III

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M5 III

Panasonic GH5 II
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $1299
  • 4/3
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More dots on screen
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Olympus E-M5 III

Compared to Olympus E-PL10

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-PL10
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-PL10

Panasonic GH5 II
Olympus E-PL10
  • $1299
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Olympus E-PL10

Compared to Olympus E-M10 IV

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $666
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Panasonic GH5 II
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $1299
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • External Mic Jack
  • $666
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Panasonic G100
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $627
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • NFC

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Panasonic GH5 II
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $1299
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $627
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Canon EOS M50 II

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