Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Revealed July 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Released February 2011
- Older Model is Panasonic GF1
- Replacement is Panasonic GF3
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic GF2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the FZ70 (16MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the FZ70 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FZ70 was introduced 2 years later than the GF2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FZ70 grades against the GF2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Panasonic GF2
FZ70 | GF2 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | February 2011 | Fresher by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Panasonic FZ70
GF2 | FZ70 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ70 and Panasonic GF2
FZ70 | GF2 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys outside measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ70 vs the GF2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ70 and GF2 is 63 and 88 respectively.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ70 and GF2.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ70 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ70 will produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher FZ70 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-07-18 | 2011-02-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 606g (1.34 pounds) | 310g (0.68 pounds) |
Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 41 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | 171 | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 300 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $330 |