X-E4vs DC-G100D
Lumix
DC-G100D (2023)
Starting from £649 new
Best for Vlogging, content creation & lightweight travel
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Compact Street & Travel Photography — X-E4 (2021): The X-E4 is for photographers who want the minimum camera that still delivers maximum image quality. If you love shooting from the rear screen and want the smallest possible X-mount body, this is your camera. If you need a viewfinder or IBIS, look at the X-S20 or X-T30 II.
Vlogging, Content Creation & Lightweight Travel — DC-G100D (2023): The lightest capable MFT mirrorless for vloggers — phase-detect AF, directional audio, and the full Lumix lens ecosystem under 350g.
Who should buy what
X-E4 (2021)
- Street photographers who prioritise portability and discretion
- Travel photographers packing minimally
- Fujifilm fans who shoot primarily from the rear screen
- Anyone who wants the X-Trans sensor in the smallest possible body
DC-G100D (2023)
- Content creators who want better quality than a smartphone without the weight of a full-size camera
- Travel vloggers who want the smallest capable MFT camera with a flip screen and mic input
- Photography beginners entering the Lumix MFT system at an accessible price point
- G100 owners who want the upgraded phase-detect AF for better subject tracking
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the dc-g100d is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | DC-G100D (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £649 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 4K/30p, 4K/24p, 1080p/60p — V-Log L (upgrade) |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Phase-detect AF — upgraded from G100's contrast-only DFD |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 2-axis (body); 5-axis Dual IS II when used with OIS lenses |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 10fps AF single, 9fps AFS continuous |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | ~250 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 333g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 116.5 × 82.5 × 55.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | EVF 0.53× 3.68M-dot — pop-up style |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, 3.5mm mic jack, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E4 | DC-G100D |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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