Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic TS2

The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic TS2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very similar but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and TS2 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF2 was introduced 14 months after the TS2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GF2 matches up versus the TS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 offers outer 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) while the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic TS2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the GF2 against the TS2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GF2 and TS2 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF2 and TS2.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic TS2 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer GF2 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.