Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic GH2

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic GH2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the FH25 (1/2.3") and GH2 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH25 was manufactured 2 months before the GH2 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH25 grades against the GH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 provides external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic GH2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FH25 against the GH2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and GH2 is 94 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and GH2.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FH25 features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher.