Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic GF2

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic GF2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FH1 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH1 was brought out 13 months prior to the GF2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH1 matches up versus the GF2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic GF2 has sizing of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic GF2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FH1 compared to the GF2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and GF2 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and GF2.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FH1 comes with the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The more aged FH1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.