Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic L1

The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic GF2 versus Panasonic L1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and L1 (7MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF2 was revealed 3 years after the L1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the GF2 matches up vs the L1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF2 has got outer measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic L1 has specifications of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GF2 against the L1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and L1 is 88 and 65 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF2 and L1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic GF2 to give you more detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern GF2 should have an advantage in sensor tech.