Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1
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Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Previous Model is Panasonic G1
- Successor is Panasonic G3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Released October 2009
- New Model is Panasonic GF2
Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G2 was revealed 10 months after the GF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G2 grades vs the GF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Panasonic GF1
G2 | GF1 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | October 2009 | More modern by 10 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Panasonic G2
GF1 | G2 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G2 and Panasonic GF1
G2 | GF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution |
Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has specifications of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the G2 vs the GF1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and GF1 is 72 and 85 respectively.
Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and GF1.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern G2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-07-12 | 2009-10-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 pounds) | 385g (0.85 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 53 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | 493 | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 380 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,000 | $400 |