Panasonic
Lumix G100
Compact MFT vlogging camera with directional audio.
$749
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
Lumix GH6 is 1.7 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G100
Wins
Lumix GH6
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 10 fps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 49)
- BLumix GH6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix G100
116 × 83 × 54 mm
345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Lumix G100 is 23mm narrower, 18mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than Lumix GH6.
Lumix G100 is 478 g lighter than Lumix GH6.
Depth (front-to-back): 54mm Lumix G100 · 100mm Lumix GH6
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GH6
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 GH6
✓ 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
Weight
345 g vs 823 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MP4
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH6
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
315 vs 49 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 60 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 GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Lumix G100 and Lumix GH6 at major authorized retailers.
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 GH6?
Lumix GH6 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix G100 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G100 and Lumix GH6?
Lumix G100 is 20.3 MP and Lumix GH6 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G100 and Lumix GH6 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G100 does not have IBIS, while Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G100 or the Lumix GH6?
Lumix G100 reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G100 and Lumix GH6?
Lumix G100 weighs 345 g and Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g, so the Lumix G100 is 478 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G100 and Lumix GH6 record 4K video?
Lumix G100: 4K up to 30p. Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G100 and Lumix GH6 weather sealed?
Lumix G100: No. Lumix GH6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 270 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G100 and 360 shots for the Lumix GH6, giving the Lumix GH6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G100 launched at $749 and Lumix GH6 at $2,199. The Lumix G100 is $1,450 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.