Panasonic GF2 vs Sony H90

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF2 and Sony H90, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The GF2 was revealed 12 months prior to the H90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GF2 scores versus the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 features exterior 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 H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF2 and Sony H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF2 compared to the H90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF2 and H90 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and H90.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony H90 will show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GF2 will be behind in sensor tech.