Panasonic GF1 vs Sony RX100 II

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF1 versus Sony RX100 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and RX100 II (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF1 was brought out 4 years prior to the RX100 II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GF1 matches up versus the RX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF1 provides exterior measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF1 versus Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the GF1 versus the RX100 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF1 and RX100 II is 85 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF1 and RX100 II.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 II will provide you with extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged GF1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.