Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2
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Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Released July 2010
- Superseded the Panasonic G1
- Later Model is Panasonic G3
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe G10 was brought out around the same time to the G2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the G10 scores vs the G2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Panasonic G2
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Panasonic G10
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic G2
G10 | G2 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | July 2010 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G10 versus the G2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G10 and G2 is 72 and 72 respectively.
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and G2.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-08-09 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 388 grams (0.86 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 411 | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 360 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $550 | $1,000 |