Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
Compare key differences and full specifications to find the camera that suits your photography.
Key differences
- Year: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1: 2008 ; Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2: 2010
- Weight: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1: 385 g ; Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2: 342 g
- Sensor resolution: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1: 4011 x 3016 ; Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2: 4620 x 3474
- Effective megapixels: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1: 12.1 ; Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2: 16.05
Best for
Larger prints and more cropping detail: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 (16.05).
| Specification | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Lumix DMC-G1 | Lumix DMC-GH2 |
| Year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | 124 x 83.6 x 45.2 mm | 124 x 89.6 x 75.8 mm |
| Weight | 385 g | 342 g |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) | Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) |
| Sensor resolution | 4011 x 3016 | 4620 x 3474 |
| Crop factor | 2.0 | 2 |
| Total megapixels | 13.1 | 18.31 |
| Effective megapixels | 12.1 | 16.05 |
| Image | ||
| Max. image resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 | Auto, 160 - 12800 |
| Exposure & Shutter | ||
| Min. shutter speed | Bulb+60 sec | 60 sec |
| Max. shutter speed | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Metering | Centre weighted, Intelligent Multiple, Spot | Centre weighted, Intelligent Multiple, Spot |
| Exposure compensation | ±3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) | ±5 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| Aperture priority | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter priority | Yes | Yes |
| White balance presets | 7.0 | 5 |
| Display & Viewfinder | ||
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460,000 dots | 460,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Storage & Connectivity | ||
| Storage types | MultiMedia, SDHC, Secure Digital | SDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Power | ||
| Battery | Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery |
| Lens & Focus | ||
| Digital zoom | Yes | Yes |