Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic G2

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic G2, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FS42 (1/2.5") and G2 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FS42 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the G2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FS42 scores versus the G2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS42 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FS42 vs the G2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and G2 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS42 and G2.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic G2 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FS42 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.