Panasonic G2 vs Sony A7R V

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.

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.

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.

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.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G2 and A7R V is 72 and 60 respectively.

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.