Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic GF8

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic GF8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is very close but the FH2 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH2 was unveiled 6 years prior to the GF8 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH2 matches up versus the GF8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 offers outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic GF8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FH2 compared to the GF8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and GF8 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and GF8.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH2 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic GF8 will result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.