EOS R100vs Lumix GH6vs ZV-E10 II
Which should you buy?
First Camera / Beginner Photography — EOS R100 (2023): The R100 does the basics well at the lowest possible price point. Its main value is as a gateway into the Canon RF ecosystem — the lenses you buy now will work on any Canon body you upgrade to later. Modest ambitions, reliably met.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Youtube & Content Creation — ZV-E10 II (2024): Designed from the ground up for solo creators — every control in the right place, 4K/60p, and a directional mic built in.
Who should buy what
EOS R100 (2023)
- First-time camera buyers stepping up from a smartphone
- Students and hobbyists wanting an affordable starting point
- Anyone who wants to start investing in Canon RF glass on a budget
- Casual photographers who don't need advanced video or speed
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
ZV-E10 II (2024)
- You're a vlogger or content creator who wants a step up from a smartphone
- You prioritise video quality, autofocus reliability, and easy social media sharing
- You're new to interchangeable lens cameras and want something approachable but capable
- You create content for YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram and need a camera built for that workflow
Quick take: The zv-e10 ii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the eos r100 is the most affordable; only the lumix gh6 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R100 (2023) | Lumix GH6 (2022) | ZV-E10 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £529 | £1,199 | £679 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 26MP APS-C BSI Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 25.2MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/60p | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log | 4K/60p oversampled, 4K/120p (Super35), S-Cinetone, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, face detection, subject tracking | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection | 759-point phase-detect, real-time Eye/Face AF, Product Showcase mode |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7.5-stop IBIS | Electronic Active Steady Shot (no optical IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 6.5fps mechanical | 14fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~270 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots equivalent |
| Weight | 356g (body, battery, card) | 739g body only | 293g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm | 113.6 × 66.5 × 50.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, headphone jack |
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