Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic GH2

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic GH2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is fairly close but the FH10 (1/2.3") and GH2 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The FH10 was introduced 22 months later than the GH2 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH10 scores against the GH2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 features physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic GH2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FH10 versus the GH2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and GH2 is 97 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and GH2.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The FH10 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging. The fresher FH10 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.