Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF2 versus Panasonic ZS15, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and ZS15 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The GF2 was unveiled 16 months prior to the ZS15 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GF2 grades vs the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GF2 provides external dimensions 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 ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF2 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the GF2 vs the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and ZS15 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF2 and ZS15.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The GF2 uses the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged GF2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.