Panasonic
Lumix G100
Compact MFT vlogging camera with directional audio.
$749
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
Panasonic
Lumix G9 II
MFT hybrid with 8-stop IBIS and 75fps stills for wildlife on a budget.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Lumix G9 II is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G100
Wins
Lumix G9 II
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix G9 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix G9 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix G9 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 20 frames)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Max video bit rate (800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix G100
116 × 83 × 54 mm
345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz)
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Lumix G100 is 19mm narrower, 20mm shorter, and 36mm thinner than Lumix G9 II.
Lumix G100 is 313 g lighter than Lumix G9 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 54mm Lumix G100 · 90mm Lumix G9 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix G9 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G100
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix G9 II
✓ 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
Lumix G100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.6, 82.5, 54.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4
Weight
345 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix G9 II
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 3,680,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix G100
Pros
- ✓Compact
- ✓Good mic
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –MFT
- –Limited stills
Lumix G9 II
Pros
- ✓75fps stills mode
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Compact tele reach
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Video not GH-level
Decided which one is right for you?
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Panasonic Lumix G100
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix G100 or Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G9 II scores 9.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix G100 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G100 and Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G100 is 20.3 MP and Lumix G9 II is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix G9 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G100 and Lumix G9 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G100 does not have IBIS, while lumix G9 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G100 or the Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G100 reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix G9 II reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G100 and Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G100 weighs 345 g and Lumix G9 II weighs 658 g, so the Lumix G100 is 313 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G100 and Lumix G9 II record 4K video?
Lumix G100: 4K up to 30p. Lumix G9 II: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G100 and Lumix G9 II weather sealed?
Lumix G100: No. Lumix G9 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 270 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G100 and 390 shots for the Lumix G9 II, giving the Lumix G9 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G100 launched at $749 and Lumix G9 II at $1,899. The Lumix G100 is $1,150 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.