Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GF2

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GF2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very well matched but the FX580 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX580 was announced 3 years before the GF2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX580 grades vs the GF2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX580 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GF2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX580 versus the GF2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and GF2 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX580 and GF2.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The FX580 includes the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The more aged FX580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.