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Deciding between the Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and the Sony Alpha A6100 depends on your available space, storage capacity goals, and everyday usage style:
Designed for large households, bulk grocery shoppers, and long-term storage where total cubic feet is the highest priority.
Ideal for apartments, offices, dorms, or secondary kitchen use where space efficiency and neat organization are paramount.
| Specification | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Sony Alpha A6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | — |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 to 5.6 | — |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Focal Length | 12-32 mm | 16-50 mm |
| Manual Focus | Yes | Yes |
| View (Degree) | 84-37 | — |
| Normal Focus Point | — | — |
| Autofocus Sensitivity (EV) | — | -2 to +20 |
| Autofocus Points (Contrast Detaction) | — | 425 |
| Macro Focus Range | — | — |
| Autofocus Points (Phase Detaction) | — | 425 |
| Normal Focus Range | — | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| WI-FI | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| USB Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Ports | USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) | USB Micro-B |
| Others I/O | — | — |
| PC Sync Socket | — | — |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Wireless | Wireless |
| Others | ||
| Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| GPS | — | — |
| Timelapse Recording | Yes | — |
| Orientation Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Body Type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Material Of Construction | — | — |
| Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
| Screen/viewfinder | ||
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Eye Point (mm) | 20 | 23 |
| Screen Resolution Dots | 1840000 | 921600 |
| Viewfinder Size (Inch) | — | 0.39 |
| Screen Size (Inch) | 3 | 3 |
| Viewfinder Resolution Dots | 3680000 Dot | 1440000 |
| Display Type | Articulated LCD | Tilting Articulated LCD |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 1.46x | 1.07x |
| Viewfinder Coverage (%) | 100 | 100 |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Live View | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Diopter Adjustment | — | -4 to +3 |
| Photography Features | ||
| Manual Exposure Mode | Yes | Yes |
| AE Bracketing | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes | Yes |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| Aperture Priority | Yes | Yes |
| Self-timer | — | 2/5/10-Second Delay |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Both | Bulb |
| Continuous Shooting (upto-fps) | 10 | 11 |
| Maximum Shutter Speed (Sec) | 1/500 | 1/4000 |
| Flash Modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
| Minimum Shutter Speed (Sec) | 60 | 30 |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter Type | Electronic and Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter | Electronic and Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Subject / Scene Modes | Yes | Yes |
| WB Bracketing | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | ||
| Aspect Ratio (W:H) | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Max Resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Waterprrof | — | — |
| Processor | — | Bionz X |
| Sensor Size | Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) | APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
| 4K Video Recording | Yes | — |
| Sensor Photo Detectors (Mpx) | 22 | 25 |
| Effective Pixels (Mpx) | 20.3 | 24.2 |
| Image | ||
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| White Balance Presets | 5 | 10 |
| Bit Depth | — | 14 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw | JPEG, Raw |
| Image Stabilization | Digital, 5-Axis | — |
| Video/audio Features | ||
| Microphone Type | Stereo | Stereo |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Video System | NTSC/PAL | NTSC/PAL |
| Audio Recording Format | AAC Audio | AC3 Audio,LPCM Audio |
| Interval Recording | Yes | — |
| Recording Resolutions | 3840 x 1920, 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080 |
| Video Format | MPEG-4/H.264 | MPEG-4/AVCHD/XAVC S/H.264 |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Iso Sensitivity (video) | ||
| Manual Mode | — | — |
| Auto Mode | 200-25600 | 100-32000 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (Pounds) | 1.3 | 5 |
| Dimensions | 9.1 x 9.1 x 9.1 | 6.18 x 5.67 x 4.53 |
| Battery Capacity | 1025 mAh | 1080 mAh |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 270 | 420 |
| Battery | DMW-BLG10PP Rechargeable Lithium-Ion | NP-FW50 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
| Iso Sensitivity (photo) | ||
| Extended | 100-25600 | 100-51200 |
| Auto Mode | 200-25600 | 100-32000 |
| Storage | ||
| Storage Types | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) |
The main differences center around storage capacity, form factor, and convenience. The Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 provides extensive bulk storage capacity best suited for homes, garages, or basements needing deep freeze space. In contrast, the Sony Alpha A6100 offers a compact upright design that fits into smaller spaces with convenient shelf organization.
Chest-style freezers generally excel in thermal efficiency because cold air naturally settles at the bottom and does not escape when the lid is lifted. Compact upright models have lower total kilowatt-hour usage simply due to their smaller cubic volume, making both designs efficient for their respective intended purposes.
Both products are available through official brand stores and authorized retailers with full manufacturer warranties and fast delivery options. Click the "Check Best Price" buttons in the comparison cards above to view today's latest promotions, official deals, and current availability.
Measure your available floor clearance first. If you have open space in a garage, basement, or utility room and want to freeze items in bulk, choose the Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. If you have limited room in a kitchen, apartment, dorm, or office and prefer easy eye-level access to items, choose the Sony Alpha A6100.