Panasonic GH2 vs Sony a3500

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic GH2 and Sony a3500, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and a3500 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The GH2 was launched 4 years prior to the a3500 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GH2 grades against the a3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH2 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH2 and Sony a3500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the GH2 vs the a3500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and a3500 is 70 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and a3500.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GH2 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony a3500 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged GH2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.