Panasonic G2 vs Sony A230

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic G2 and Sony A230, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the A230 (10MP) is relatively close but the G2 (Four Thirds) and A230 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G2 was launched 14 months later than the A230 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the G2 scores against the A230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 has external dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A230 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G2 and Sony A230 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the G2 vs the A230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and A230 is 72 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G2 and A230.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G2 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G2 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger G2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.