Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic GX1

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic GX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FH2 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

The FH2 was manufactured 13 months before the GX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH2 scores against the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic GX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FH2 compared to the GX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and GX1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and GX1.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GX1 will deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.