Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF8

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FZ2500 and Panasonic GF8, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ2500 was introduced 8 months later than the GF8 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FZ2500 matches up vs the GF8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ2500 has got exterior measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") accompanied by a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ2500 compared to the GF8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ2500 and GF8 is 53 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ2500 and GF8.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ2500 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ2500 will result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern FZ2500 provides a benefit in sensor technology.