Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic G2

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic G2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is very close but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ150 was announced 22 months later than the G2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ150 grades vs the G2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has proportions 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ150 compared to the G2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and G2 is 67 and 72 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and G2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The FZ150 contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The more recent FZ150 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.