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Panasonic Lumix G100D review

A small Micro Four Thirds camera for creators, sold with a 12-32mm lens, with 4K 30p video, a free-angle touchscreen and OZO Audio.

By the HearSmart research desk · Updated November 12, 2026

Performance (40%)
7.8
Ease of use (25%)
8.6
Value (35%)
9.0

The Lumix G100D is the cheapest way on this list to get an interchangeable-lens vlog camera with a lens in the box. Panasonic's US store listed it at $649.99 with the 12-32mm F3.5-5.6 lens when we checked, a $100 sale running through November 18, 2026. It records 4K at 24p or 30p and FHD at 60p, and the 3-inch free-angle touch monitor flips out for selfie framing. Panasonic highlights dual image stabilization for walk-and-talk clips, a recording frame indicator, frame markers for social aspect ratios, facial recognition and V-Log L for color grading. OZO Audio handles spatial sound capture. The G100D can also act as a 4K webcam over USB. Its Micro Four Thirds sensor is smaller than the APS-C chips in the X-M5, ZV-E10 II and EOS R50, and there is no 4K 60p.

Who it is for

beginners who want a lens kit with vlog features at the lowest kit price here

Price

$649.99 with the 12-32mm lens at Panasonic's US store when checked, a $100 sale valid through November 18, 2026 (regular $749.99).

Sale price $649.99 Regular price $749.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

  • QFHD 4K 24p/30p at 3840x2160 and FHD 60p
  • 3-inch free-angle touch rear monitor
  • Dual image stabilization for walk-and-talk shots
  • OZO Audio spatial audio recording
  • V-Log L recording and frame markers for social aspect ratios

Strengths and weaknesses

  • Strength: Lowest-priced verified lens kit on this list at $649.99
  • Strength: REC frame indicator shows at a glance that you are recording
  • Strength: Works as a 4K webcam over USB with LUMIX Webcam Software
  • Weakness: 4K tops out at 30p
  • Weakness: Micro Four Thirds sensor is smaller than APS-C rivals
  • Weakness: Sale price ends November 18, 2026

Key facts

  • Max video: 4K 30p, FHD 60p
  • Lens included: 12-32mm F3.5-5.6
  • Screen: 3-inch free-angle touch
  • Audio: OZO Audio spatial recording
  • US price: $649.99 kit (sale)

Where it ranks

Panasonic Lumix G100D is No. 5 in our Best Vlogging Cameras verdict.

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