Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2
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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Succeeded the Panasonic G1
- Successor is Panasonic G3
Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is fairly similar but the FS15 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe FS15 was announced 18 months prior to the G2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FS15 grades vs the G2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic G2
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Panasonic FS15
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Introduced | July 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic G2
FS15 | G2 |
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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FS15 versus the G2.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and G2 is 95 and 72 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and G2.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizes. The FS15 offers the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh harder. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-01-16 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $1,000 |