Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic GH5

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic GH5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and GH5 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF2 was revealed 6 years before the GH5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GF2 grades vs the GH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF2 offers external dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic GH5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the GF2 compared to the GH5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and GH5 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and GH5.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic GH5 to provide more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged GF2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.