Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GH2

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic GH2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and GH2 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G10 was unveiled 7 months prior to the GH2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G10 grades versus the GH2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G10 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic GH2 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G10 and the GH2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G10 and GH2 is 72 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and GH2.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic GH2 to give greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older G10 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.