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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.
Alternatives we scored
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