Canon
EOS R50
Tiny 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera for creators, travel, and beginners who want strong autofocus and easy 4K.
$679
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
Panasonic
LUMIX G100D
Creator-focused MFT vlogging camera with 20.3MP sensor, OZO directional audio, 4K30 video, 2.36M-dot OLED EVF, vari-angle touchscreen, and USB-C — running-change update to G100.
$748
Launch priceReleased Dec 2023
LUMIX G100D is 10 months newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
EOS R50
Wins
LUMIX G100D
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R50 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 49)
- BLUMIX G100D has higher RAW buffer depth (20 frames vs 7 frames)
- AEOS R50 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- AEOS R50 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 6 fps)
- AEOS R50 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (440 shots vs 280 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to share
EOS R50
116 × 86 × 69 mm
375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
LUMIX G100D
116 × 83 × 54 mm
346 g (0.76 lb / 12.20 oz)
EOS R50 is 1mm wider, 2mm taller, and 15mm thicker than LUMIX G100D.
EOS R50 is 29 g heavier than LUMIX G100D.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R50 · 54mm LUMIX G100D
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R50
116 × 86 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
LUMIX G100D
116 × 83 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R50
116 × 69 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
LUMIX G100D
116 × 54 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
LUMIX G100D
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.5× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R50
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
LUMIX G100D
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R50
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
651 vs 49 — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R50 supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265
Reasons to choose
LUMIX G100D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.6, 83.1, 54.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
RAW buffer depth
20 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MP4
Weight
346 g vs 375 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 2,360,000
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R50
Pros
- ✓Very compact and lightweight
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II subject tracking
- ✓Oversampled 4K 30p video
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
- ✓Accessible price
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single SD card slot
- –Limited physical controls
- –No headphone jack
LUMIX G100D
Pros
- ✓Compact 346 g MFT vlogging body
- ✓OZO Audio by Nokia tracking
- ✓4K30 + V-Log L + frame markers
- ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF (upgrade from G100)
- ✓USB-C port (upgrade from G100)
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single UHS-I SD slot
- –Contrast AF only
- –MFT sensor limits low light
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R50 and LUMIX G100D at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R50
Panasonic LUMIX G100D
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, EOS R50 or LUMIX G100D?
EOS R50 scores 6.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for LUMIX G100D — 375g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R50 and LUMIX G100D?
EOS R50 is 24.2 MP and LUMIX G100D is 20.3 MP, so the EOS R50 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS R50 and LUMIX G100D?
EOS R50 does not have IBIS, while LUMIX G100D does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R50 or the LUMIX G100D?
EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic. LUMIX G100D reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R50 and LUMIX G100D?
EOS R50 weighs 375 g and LUMIX G100D weighs 346 g, so the LUMIX G100D is 29 g lighter.
Do the EOS R50 and LUMIX G100D record 4K video?
EOS R50: 4K up to 30p. LUMIX G100D: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R50 and LUMIX G100D weather sealed?
EOS R50: No. LUMIX G100D: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R50 and 280 shots for the LUMIX G100D, giving the EOS R50 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R50 launched at $679 and LUMIX G100D at $748. The EOS R50 is $69 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way EOS R50 vs LUMIX G100D vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.