Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic S2

Following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic S2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very close but the G1 (Four Thirds) and S2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 was revealed 4 years earlier than the S2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the G1 grades against the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G1 offers external measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 vs the S2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and S2 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and S2.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S2 will result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.