Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GF2

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic GF2, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is relatively close but the FS42 (1/2.5") and GF2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The FS42 was released 22 months before the GF2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FS42 grades against the GF2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS42 offers external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic GF2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FS42 vs the GF2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and GF2 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS42 and GF2.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS42 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GF2 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FS42 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.