Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic TS10

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic TS10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and TS10 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The GF2 was unveiled 14 months later than the TS10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GF2 scores versus the TS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF2 enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GF2 against the TS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and TS10 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and TS10.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF2 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic TS10 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger GF2 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.