Panasonic GF2 vs Sony A300

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony A300, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is fairly close but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and A300 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The GF2 was announced 3 years after the A300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GF2 matches up vs the A300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF2 enjoys physical 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 Sony A300 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony A300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GF2 vs the A300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF2 and A300 is 88 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and A300.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GF2 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher GF2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.