Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GF2

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic GF2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is pretty close but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FZ100 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the GF2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FZ100 matches up versus the GF2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has specifications of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ100 against the GF2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and GF2 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and GF2.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ100 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FZ100 will render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.