Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax E70

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GF2 versus Pentax E70, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is pretty similar but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and E70 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF2 was introduced 2 years after the E70 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GF2 grades versus the E70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF2 features external dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GF2 versus the E70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF2 and E70 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and E70.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GF2 will offer you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GF2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.