Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic GX1

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic GX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GH2 was revealed 10 months earlier than the GX1 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GH2 matches up vs the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH2 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic GX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the GH2 versus the GX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and GX1 is 70 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GH2 and GX1.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older GH2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.