Panasonic GF2 vs Sony A6700

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF2 vs Sony A6700, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and A6700 (26MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and A6700 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The GF2 was unveiled 13 years earlier than the A6700 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GF2 scores versus the A6700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Alpha a6700. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF2 offers outside measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony A6700 has measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GF2 vs Sony A6700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GF2 vs the A6700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF2 and A6700 is 88 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and A6700.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF2 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A6700 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older GF2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.