Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic G2 and Panasonic SZ10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G2 was launched 5 years before the SZ10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G2 grades against the SZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 features physical measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G2 against the SZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and SZ10 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and SZ10.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G2 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic SZ10 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.