Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V
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Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V 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
- Announced July 2010
- Superseded the Panasonic G1
- Later Model is Panasonic G3
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Revealed October 2022
- Earlier Model is Sony A7R IV
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Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic G2 versus Sony A7R V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and A7R V (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.
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The G2 was brought out 13 years earlier than the A7R V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G2 matches up vs the A7R V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Sony Alpha A7R V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Sony A7R V
G2 | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Panasonic G2
A7R V | G2 | |||
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Revealed | October 2022 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 149 months |
Display dimensions | 3.20" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1900k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic G2 and Sony A7R V
G2 | A7R V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G2 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic G2 versus Sony A7R V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G2 compared to the A7R V.
![Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V size comparison Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the G2 and A7R V is 72 and 60 respectively.
![Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and A7R V.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G2 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A7R V will give greater detail having its extra 49MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older G2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-07-12 | 2022-10-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 9504 x 6336 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Available lenses | 107 | 187 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.20 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 2,360k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 9,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) | 723 grams (1.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 53 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 493 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 600 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | One | Two |
Price at release | $1,000 | $3,900 |