Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
(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
- Revealed July 2010
- Replaced the Panasonic G1
- Newer Model is Panasonic G3
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is very comparable but the FX48 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FX48 was released 17 months prior to the G2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FX48 matches up against the G2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Panasonic G2
FX48 | G2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Panasonic FX48
G2 | FX48 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 17 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic G2
FX48 | G2 |
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 has got external measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FX48 and the G2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and G2 is 95 and 72 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and G2.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor measurements. The FX48 has got the smaller sensor which will make getting bokeh harder. The older FX48 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $325 | $1,000 |