Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic GF8

The following is a thorough review of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Panasonic GF8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and GF8 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The XZ-2 iHS was released 4 years prior to the GF8 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus XZ-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XZ-2 iHS matches up against the GF8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS features outer measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Panasonic GF8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the XZ-2 iHS compared to the GF8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-2 iHS and GF8 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-2 iHS and GF8.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-2 iHS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GF8 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged XZ-2 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.