DC-G100Dvs Sigma fp
Lumix
DC-G100D (2023)
Starting from £649 new
Best for Vlogging, content creation & lightweight travel
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Sigma
Sigma fp (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Creative filmmakers & experimental photographers
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
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.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
Who should buy what
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
Sigma fp (2019)
- Filmmakers who want the world's smallest full-frame camera as a B or C camera
- Experimental photographers who want to build a unique, modular setup
- L-mount photographers who want an ultra-compact full-frame body
- Anyone who wants a conversation-starting camera that delivers serious results
Quick take: The sigma fp has the highest resolution at 25mp; the dc-g100d is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DC-G100D (2023) | Sigma fp (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £649 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 24.6MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 4K/24p, 1080p/60p — V-Log L (upgrade) | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF — upgraded from G100's contrast-only DFD | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 2-axis (body); 5-axis Dual IS II when used with OIS lenses | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps AF single, 9fps AFS continuous | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 333g body only | 422g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.5 × 82.5 × 55.8mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.53× 3.68M-dot — pop-up style | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) |
| Connectivity | USB-C, 3.5mm mic jack, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | DC-G100D | Sigma fp |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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