Panasonic GF2 vs Sony a5100

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF2 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and a5100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF2 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the a5100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GF2 matches up against the a5100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF2 comes with outside 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) and the Sony a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF2 and Sony a5100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the GF2 against the a5100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and a5100 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and a5100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony a5100 will show greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged GF2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.