Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic GF2

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic GH5 II and Panasonic GF2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the GH5 II (20MP) and GF2 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GH5 II was launched 10 years later than the GF2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GH5 II matches up against the GF2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GH5 II Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH5 II offers outside measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has sizing of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the GH5 II against the GF2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5 II and GF2 is 59 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5 II and GF2.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic GH5 II to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent GH5 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.