Panasonic G2 vs Sony H20

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic G2 vs Sony H20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the G2 (Four Thirds) and H20 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G2 was unveiled 15 months later than the H20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G2 grades versus the H20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 enjoys physical dimensions 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 Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G2 and the H20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and H20 is 72 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G2 and H20.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G2 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G2 will produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer G2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.