Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GF2

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic GF2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ150 was revealed 14 months later than the GF2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FZ150 scores against the GF2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has proportions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic GF2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ150 compared to the GF2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and GF2 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and GF2.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The FZ150 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The newer FZ150 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.