Panasonic GF2 vs Sony FX30

Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony FX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and FX30 (26MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and FX30 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF2 was introduced 12 years earlier than the FX30 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the GF2 scores versus the FX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Sony FX30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Sony FX30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. 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 Sony FX30 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony FX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the GF2 against the FX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and FX30 is 88 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and FX30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GF2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony FX30 will produce extra detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older GF2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.