Panasonic GH2 vs Sony RX10 III

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic GH2 and Sony RX10 III, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is relatively similar but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and RX10 III (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH2 was introduced 6 years earlier than the RX10 III and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GH2 matches up against the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH2 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GH2 and Sony RX10 III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GH2 and the RX10 III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and RX10 III is 70 and 53 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and RX10 III.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH2 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX10 III will offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older GH2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.