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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 price

Released Dec 2023

vs

Panasonic

Lumix S1R II

High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.

$3,299

Launch price

Released Feb 2025

Lumix S1R II is 1.3 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

LUMIX G100D

Vlogging

Wins

17categories

Lumix S1R II

Sports & ActionVideo & Hybrid

1 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

LUMIX G100D wins 0 categories·Lumix S1R II wins 5 categories
  • BLumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 10 fps)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)

Key specs at a glance

LUMIX G100DLumix S1R II
Resolution20.3 MP44.3 MP
SensorMFTAPS-C
ISO max25,60051,200
Burst10 fps40 fps
4K30 fps120 fps
IBISNo8-stop
Weight346 g795 g
Battery280 shots350 shots

Size and weight, to scale

LUMIX G100D

116 × 83 × 54 mm

346 g (0.76 lb / 12.20 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Lumix S1R II

134 × 102 × 92 mm

795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)

LUMIX G100D is 19mm narrower, 19mm shorter, and 38mm thinner than Lumix S1R II.

LUMIX G100D is 449 g lighter than Lumix S1R II.

Depth (front-to-back): 54mm LUMIX G100D · 92mm Lumix S1R II

Sensor size, to scale

LUMIX G100D

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Lumix S1R II

35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame

856 mm² area

3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

LUMIX G100D

✓ more lenses

Micro Four Thirds

130+

native lenses available

60 first-party70 third-party

Lumix S1R II: mount data unavailable

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

Use caseLUMIX G100DLumix S1R II
Portrait
4.0Fair
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Sports & Action
3.0Limited
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited
9.5Excellent✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Travel
3.5Limited
4.5Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
3.0Limited
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
7.0Good✓ wins
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

LUMIX G100D

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 115.6, 83.1, 54.2

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I U3

  • Weight

    346 g vs 795 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose

Lumix S1R II

  • AF low-light limit

    -6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better

  • IBIS effectiveness

    8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II

  • Max video bit rate

    1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better

  • AF points / zones

    779 vs 49 — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    40 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth support bluetooth

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

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

Lumix S1R II

Pros

  • 44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
  • 8K video
  • Phase Hybrid AF
  • CFexpress plus SD workflow

Cons

  • Large high-res files
  • Premium price
  • L-mount lens size

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

LUMIX G100D
Lumix S1R II
Resolution
20.3 MP
44.3 MP2.2× more
Sensor type
Four Thirds Live MOS
35mm Full-Frame BSI CMOS
Sensor size
17.3 x 13.0 mm
35.8 x 23.9 mm
AA filter
No
No
LUMIX G100D
Lumix S1R II
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
LUMIX G100D
Lumix S1R II
ISO min (native)
200
80−120 less
ISO max (native)
25,600
51,200+1 stop
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
102,400
LUMIX G100D
Lumix S1R II
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/500 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, LUMIX G100D or Lumix S1R II?

Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for LUMIX G100D — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".

What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1R II?

LUMIX G100D is 20.3 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?

LUMIX G100D does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX G100D or the Lumix S1R II?

LUMIX G100D reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1R II?

LUMIX G100D weighs 346 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the LUMIX G100D is 449 g lighter.

Do the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?

LUMIX G100D: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the LUMIX G100D and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?

LUMIX G100D: No. Lumix S1R II: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 280 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX G100D and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix S1R II the edge.

How much does each cost?

LUMIX G100D launched at $748 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The LUMIX G100D is $2,551 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.