$699.99
Rankings
The Panasonic LUMIX G100 targets vloggers with its three-mic OZO audio, lightweight design, fully articulating screen and solid 4K video, though it falls short on stabilization and long-form 4K recording.
The OM-D E-M10 Mark IV (black) is a compact, retro-styled entry-level mirrorless camera offering a 20.3 MP sensor, 5-axis IBIS and 4K video, suited for beginners and travel photographers.
The OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is a compact, retro-styled entry-level mirrorless camera offering a 20.3 MP Micro Four Thirds sensor, 5-axis IBIS and 4K video, aimed at beginners and travel shooters.
The Panasonic Lumix G7 offers a 16 MP Micro Four Thirds sensor, 4K video up to 30p, and versatile creative features like 4K Photo and Post Focus, packaged in a compact DSLR-style body. It's well suited for hobbyists and vloggers seeking affordable 4K, though its plastic build and limited burst speed keep it from professional sport use.
| Attribute | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
16 MP | 20.3 MPbest | 20.3 MPbest | 20.3 MPbest | |
350 shots | 360 shotsbest | 260 shots | 360 shotsbest | |
25,600 ISObest | 25,600 ISObest | 25,600 ISObest | 25,600 ISObest | |
| ↓ lower better | 364 gbest | 499 g | 590 g | 383 g |
49 points | 121 pointsbest | 49 points | 121 pointsbest | |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | |
2,360,000 dots | 2,360,000 dots | 3,680,000 dotsbest | 2,360,000 dots | |
3 inchesbest | 3 inchesbest | 3 inchesbest | 3 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(3) | ||||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 16.0 MP | 20.3 MP | 20.3 MP | 20.3 MP |
Sensor Size | Micro Four Thirds (17.3x13.0 mm) | Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Image Processor | — | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine | TruePic VIII |
Autofocus(2) | ||||
Autofocus Points (points) | 49 points | 121 points | 49 points | 121 points |
Autofocus System | Contrast-detection with DFD | Contrast-detection | Contrast Detection with DFD | Contrast-detection |
Battery & Power(2) | ||||
Battery Life (CIPA) (shots) | 350 shots | 360 shots | 260 shots | 360 shots |
Weight (g) | 364 g | 499 g | 590 g | 383 g |
Display(2) | ||||
LCD Resolution (pixels) | 1040000 pixels | 1037000 pixels | 1840000 pixels | 1037000 pixels |
EVF Resolution (dots) | 2360000 dots | 2360000 dots | 3680000 dots | 2360000 dots |
Storage(1) | ||||
Memory Card Slot Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) | SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD (UHS-II) |
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Professional reviewers commend the G7 for delivering cinema-grade 4K video, innovative still-from-video features, and a high-resolution EVF, all wrapped in a user-friendly, DSLR-like interface, but criticize its plastic construction, lack of headphone monitoring, and slower continuous-AF burst compared to dedicated sports cameras.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's affordable 4K capabilities, Wi-Fi convenience, and versatile touchscreen, often highlighting its value for vloggers and hobbyists, while recurring complaints focus on the cheap-feel body, missing headphone jack, and limited burst speed for fast subjects.
“Great 4K video for the price, and the articulating screen is a lifesaver”
“I wish it had a headphone jack, but otherwise it works fine for my YouTube channel”
“The plastic feel is a bit off, but the EVF is crystal clear”
Professional reviewers praise the camera's attractive retro styling, solid 5-axis stabilization and 20.3 MP sensor, but note the slower contrast-detect AF and lack of external mic as drawbacks for serious videography.
Everyday users love its portability, image quality and intuitive interface, while common complaints focus on AF speed, battery life and the flip-down screen.
Professional reviewers praise the G100's vlog-centric audio and ergonomics but criticize the absence of IBIS, the short 4K recording limit and the lack of log profiles.
Professional reviewers praise the well-rounded feature set, especially the 20 MP sensor, lightweight build and 5-axis stabilization, while noting the slower contrast-detect AF and lack of external mic as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the camera as a travel companion, highlighting its compact size, retro aesthetics and creative filters, but complain about the missing mic input and occasional AF lag.
