Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2
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Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Revealed August 2010
(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
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF1
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF3
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic GF2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G10 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the GF2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G10 matches up versus the GF2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Panasonic GF2
G10 | GF2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Panasonic G10
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic GF2
G10 | GF2 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | February 2011 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G10 versus the GF2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and GF2 is 72 and 88 respectively.
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G10 and GF2.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.
Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-08-09 | 2011-02-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | Venus Engine FHD |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, 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 lb) | 310 grams (0.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 52 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 411 | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 300 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $550 | $330 |