Panasonic G2 vs Sony RX10

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic G2 and Sony RX10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and RX10 (1") use different sensor sizing.

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The G2 was released 4 years earlier than the RX10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G2 scores versus the RX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G2 features external dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G2 and Sony RX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G2 compared to the RX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and RX10 is 72 and 58 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G2 and RX10.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G2 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX10 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged G2 will be behind in sensor tech.