Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic G2

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic G2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is pretty close but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ100 was revealed at a similar time to the G2 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ100 matches up vs the G2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ100 vs the G2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and G2 is 67 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and G2.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FZ100 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FZ100 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.