Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic GH2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic GF1 and Panasonic GH2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and GH2 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF1 was introduced 17 months prior to the GH2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GF1 grades vs the GH2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF1 and Panasonic GH2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GF1 against the GH2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GF1 and GH2 is 85 and 70 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and GH2.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic GH2 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older GF1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.