Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF2 versus Panasonic LX10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and LX10 (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The GF2 was introduced 6 years prior to the LX10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GF2 grades versus the LX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 provides external measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic LX10 has proportions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF2 versus Panasonic LX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the GF2 versus the LX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and LX10 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF2 and LX10.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will produce more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GF2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.