Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GH2

Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GH2, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and GH2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was introduced 4 years after the GH2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-Pro2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 matches up vs the GH2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery & Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 enjoys outside dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GH2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and the GH2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GH2 is 74 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GH2.

To sum up, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will result in more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.