Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic ZS10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very well matched but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The GF2 was launched at a similar time to the ZS10 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GF2 matches up versus the ZS10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF2 comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic ZS10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the GF2 compared to the ZS10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and ZS10 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and ZS10.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GF2 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS10 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.