Panasonic GH2 vs Sony A330

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic GH2 versus Sony A330, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the GH2 (16MP) and A330 (10MP) and the GH2 (Four Thirds) and A330 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The GH2 was brought out 23 months later than the A330 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GH2 scores against the A330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH2 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sony A330 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH2 versus Sony A330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GH2 vs the A330.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and A330 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH2 and A330.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GH2 will produce extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer GH2 provides an edge in sensor technology.