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Panasonic GH2 vs Sony RX100 V

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V are two digital cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in September 2010 and October 2016. The GH2 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, while the RX100 V is a fixed lens compact. The cameras are based on a Four Thirds (GH2) and an one-inch (RX100 V) sensor. The Panasonic has a resolution of 15.9 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 20 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Panasonic GH2
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Sony RX100 V
Panasonic GH2   Sony RX100 V
Mirrorless system camera Fixed lens compact camera
Micro Four Thirds lenses 24-70mm f/1.8-2.8
15.9 MP – Four Thirds sensor 20 MP – 1" sensor
1080/60i Video 4K/30p Video
ISO 160-12,800 ISO 125-12,800 (80 - 25,600)
Electronic viewfinder (1534k dots) Electronic viewfinder (2359k dots)
3.0" LCD – 460k dots 3.0" LCD – 1229k dots
Swivel screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting screen (no touchscreen)
3 shutter flaps per second 24 shutter flaps per second
330 shots per battery charge220 shots per battery charge
124 x 90 x 76 mm, 442 g 102 x 58 x 41 mm, 299 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Panasonic GH2 and the Sony RX100 V are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The GH2 can be obtained in two different colors (black, silver), while the RX100 V is only available in black.

Size Panasonic GH2 vs Sony RX100 V
Compare GH2 versus RX100 V top
Comparison GH2 or RX100 V rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony RX100 V is considerably smaller (47 percent) than the Panasonic GH2. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the GH2 nor the RX100 V are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the RX100 V has a lens built in, whereas the GH2 is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup. You can compare the optics available for the GH2 and their specifications in the Micro Four Thirds Lens Catalog.

Concerning battery life, the GH2 gets 330 shots out of its Panasonic DMW-BLC12 battery, while the RX100 V can take 220 images on a single charge of its Sony NP-BX1 power pack. The power pack in the RX100 V can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

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Body Specifications
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Panasonic GH2 124 mm 90 mm 76 mm 442 g 330 i Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Sony RX100 V 102 mm 58 mm 41 mm 299 g 220 i Oct 2016 US$ 999ebay.com
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Canon G5 X 112 mm 76 mm 44 mm 353 g 210 i Oct 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Panasonic FZ2000 138 mm 102 mm 135 mm 915 g 350 i Sep 2016 US$ 1 199 amazon.com
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Panasonic G2 124 mm 84 mm 74 mm 428 g 360 i Mar 2010 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G3 115 mm 84 mm 47 mm 336 g 270 i May 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G6 122 mm 85 mm 71 mm 390 g 340 i Apr 2013 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G10 124 mm 84 mm 74 mm 388 g 380 i Mar 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GF1 119 mm 71 mm 36 mm 385 g 380 i Sep 2009 US$ 749ebay.com
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Panasonic GH1 124 mm 90 mm 45 mm 385 g 300 i Mar 2009 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GH3 133 mm 93 mm 82 mm 550 g 540 i Sep 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Panasonic GM5 99 mm 60 mm 36 mm 211 g 220 i Sep 2014 US$ 749ebay.com
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Panasonic GX1 116 mm 68 mm 39 mm 318 g 320 i Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic GX80 122 mm 71 mm 44 mm 426 g 290 i Apr 2016 US$ 799 amazon.com
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Sony RX100 II 102 mm 58 mm 38 mm 281 g 350 i Jun 2013 US$ 749ebay.com
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Sony RX100 III 102 mm 58 mm 41 mm 290 g 320 i May 2014 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony RX100 IV 102 mm 58 mm 41 mm 298 g 280 i Jun 2015 US$ 999ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. Normally, street prices remain initially close to the MSRP, but after a couple of months, the first discounts appear. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Panasonic GH2 features a Four Thirds sensor and the Sony RX100 V an one-inch sensor. The sensor area in the RX100 V is 48 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.0 and 2.7. The sensor in the GH2 has a native 4:3 aspect ratio, while the one in the RX100 V offers a 3:2 aspect.

Panasonic GH2 and Sony RX100 V sensor measures

Despite having a smaller sensor, the RX100 V offers a higher resolution of 20 megapixels, compared with 15.9 MP of the GH2. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 2.41μm versus 3.76μm for the GH2). However, it should be noted that the RX100 V is much more recent (by 6 years) than the GH2, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently.

The resolution advantage of the Sony RX100 V implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the RX100 V for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 27.4 x 18.2 inches or 69.5 x 46.3 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 21.9 x 14.6 inches or 55.6 x 37.1 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 18.2 x 12.2 inches or 46.3 x 30.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Panasonic GH2 are 23 x 17.3 inches or 58.5 x 43.9 cm for good quality, 18.4 x 13.8 inches or 46.8 x 35.1 cm for very good quality, and 15.4 x 11.5 inches or 39 x 29.3 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 160 to ISO 12800. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V are ISO 125 to ISO 12800, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 80-25600.

In terms of underlying technology, the GH2 is build around a CMOS sensor, while the RX100 V uses a BSI-CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

GH2 versus RX100 V MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). Of the two cameras under consideration, the RX100 V has a markedly higher DXO score than the GH2 (overall score 10 points higher), which will translate into better image quality. The advantage is based on 1.6 bits higher color depth, 1.1 EV in additional dynamic range, and 0.2 stops of reduced low light sensitivity. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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DXO
Landscape
DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Panasonic GH2 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60i21.211.365560
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Sony RX100 V 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.812.458670
3.
 
Canon G5 X 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p21.412.347162
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Panasonic FZ2000 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p23.012.653870
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Panasonic G2 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 3000720/30p21.210.349353
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Panasonic G3 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60i21.010.666756
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Panasonic G6 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p21.311.563961
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Panasonic G10 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 3000720/30p21.210.141152
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Panasonic GF1 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 3000720/30p21.210.351354
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Panasonic GH1 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 30001080/24p21.611.677264
11.
 
Panasonic GH3 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p22.712.481271
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Panasonic GM5 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60p22.111.772166
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Panasonic GX1 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60p20.810.670355
14.
 
Panasonic GX80 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34484K/30p22.912.666271
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Sony RX100 II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.512.448367
16.
 
Sony RX100 III 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.412.349567
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Sony RX100 IV 1-inch 20.0 5472 36484K/30p22.812.659170
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Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the RX100 V provides a better video resolution than the GH2. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/30p, while the Panasonic is limited to 1080/60i.

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The two cameras under review are similar with respect to both having an electronic viewfinder. However, the one in the RX100 V offers a substantially higher resolution than the one in the GH2 (2359k vs 1534k dots). The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Panasonic GH2 and Sony RX100 V in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.

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Panasonic GH21534 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Sony RX100 V2359 i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/2000s 24.0/s i i
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Canon G5 X2360 i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/2000s 5.9/s i i
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Panasonic FZ20002360 i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 12.0/s i i
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Panasonic G21440 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 2.6/s i i
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Panasonic G31440 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
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Panasonic G61440 i3.0 / 1036 swivel i 1/4000s 7.0/s i i
8.
 
Panasonic G10202 i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 2.6/s i i
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Panasonic GF1optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH11440 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH31746 i3.0 / 614 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Panasonic GM51166 i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/500s 5.8/s i i
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Panasonic GX1optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 4.2/s i i
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Panasonic GX802765 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Sony RX100 IIoptional i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony RX100 III1440 i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony RX100 IV2359 i3.0 / 1228 tilting i 1/2000s 16.0/s i i
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Both cameras have an articulated rear screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This feature will be particularly appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the RX100 V is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The GH2 writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the RX100 V uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. The RX100 V supports UHS-I cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s), while the GH2 cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Panasonic GH2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony RX100 Vistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon G5 Xistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic FZ2000istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic G2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic G3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic G6istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic G10imono / iiimini2.0iii
9.
 
Panasonic GF1imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GH1istereo / iiimini2.0iii
11.
 
Panasonic GH3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
12.
 
Panasonic GM5istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic GX1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
14.
 
Panasonic GX80istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
15.
 
Sony RX100 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony RX100 IIIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony RX100 IVistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the GH2 has a hotshoe, while the RX100 V does not. This socket makes it possible to easily attach optional accessories, such as an external flash gun.

Both the GH2 and the RX100 V have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The GH2 was replaced by the Panasonic GH3, while the RX100 V was followed by the Sony RX100 VI. Further information on the features and operation of the GH2 and RX100 V can be found, respectively, in the Panasonic GH2 Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony RX100 V Manual.

Review summary

So how do things add up? Is the Panasonic GH2 better than the Sony RX100 V or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Reasons to prefer the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2:

  • Better sound: Can connect to an external microphone for higher quality sound recording.
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.71x vs 0.59x).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/4000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
  • More flexible: Accepts interchangeable lenses, so that lens characteristics can be altered.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (330 versus 220) on a single battery charge.
  • Better lighting: Features a hotshoe and can thus hold and trigger an external flash gun.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in September 2010).

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Advantages of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (20 vs 15.9MP), which boosts linear resolution by 14%.
  • Better image quality: Scores markedly higher (10 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (1.6 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (1.1 EV of extra DR).
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/60i).
  • More detailed viewfinder: Has higher resolution electronic viewfinder (2359k vs 1534k dots).
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1229k vs 460k dots).
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (24 vs 3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Ready to shoot: Has an integrated lens, whereas the GH2 necessitates an extra lens.
  • More compact: Is smaller (102x58mm vs 124x90mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight even though it has a lens built in (unlike the GH2).
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-I standard.
  • More modern: Reflects 6 years of technical progress since the GH2 launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the RX100 V is the clear winner of the contest (18 : 8 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional sports photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a street photog, and a person interested in family portraits has distinct needs from a landscape shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

GH2 08:18 RX100 V

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Panasonic GH2 and the Sony RX100 V place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera and Best Travel-Zoom Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the GH2 or the RX100 V perform in practice. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Panasonic GH25/5+ +..79/1004.5/55/5 Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Sony RX100 V4.5/5+ +..83/1004/54.5/5 Oct 2016 US$ 999ebay.com
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Canon G5 X5/5+ +..78/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Panasonic FZ2000..+..82/1004.5/55/5 Sep 2016 US$ 1 199 amazon.com
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Panasonic G2......72/1004/54.5/5 Mar 2010 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G33/5+ +..75/1004.5/55/5 May 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G64/5+ +....5/54.5/5 Apr 2013 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G103/5....70/1004/54/5 Mar 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GF1..85/100..69/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2009 US$ 749ebay.com
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Panasonic GH1..+ +..72/1004.5/54.5/5 Mar 2009 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GH35/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Panasonic GM53.5/5+..77/1005/54.5/5 Sep 2014 US$ 749ebay.com
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Panasonic GX13/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic GX804.5/5+ +..82/1005/55/5 Apr 2016 US$ 799 amazon.com
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Sony RX100 II5/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2013 US$ 749ebay.com
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Sony RX100 III5/5+ +..82/1004.5/55/5 May 2014 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony RX100 IV4.5/5+ +..85/1004/54.5/5 Jun 2015 US$ 999ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Panasonic GH2 vs Sony RX100 V

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Panasonic GH2 Sony RX100 V
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Fixed lens compact camera
Camera Lens Micro Four Thirds lenses 24-70mm f/1.8-2.8
Launch Date September 2010 October 2016
Launch Price USD 899 USD 999
Sensor Specs Panasonic GH2 Sony RX100 V
Sensor Technology CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format Four Thirds Sensor 1" Sensor
Sensor Size 17.3 x 13.0 mm 13.2 x 8.8 mm
Sensor Area 224.9 mm2 116.16 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 21.6 mm 15.9 mm
Crop Factor 2.0x 2.7x
Sensor Resolution 15.9 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 pixels 5472 x 3648 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.76 μm 2.41 μm
Pixel Density 7.08 MP/cm2 17.18 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 1080/60i Video 4K/30p Video
ISO Setting 160 - 12,800 ISO 125 - 12,800 ISO
ISO Boost no Enhancement 80 - 25,600 ISO
Image Processor Venus FHD BIONZ X
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 60 70
DXO Color Depth (bits) 21.2 22.8
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 11.3 12.4
DXO Low Light (ISO) 655 586
Screen Specs Panasonic GH2 Sony RX100 V
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.71x 0.59x
Viewfinder Resolution 1534k dots 2359k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 460k dots 1229k dots
LCD Attachment Swivel screen Tilting screen
Shooting Specs Panasonic GH2 Sony RX100 V
Focus System Contrast-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous Shooting 3 shutter flaps/s 24 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterno E-Shutterup to 1/32000s
Fill Flash Built-in Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards MS or SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support no UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Panasonic GH2 Sony RX100 V
External Flash Hotshoe no Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port no MIC socket
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication no NFC NFC built-in
Body Specs Panasonic GH2 Sony RX100 V
Battery Type Panasonic DMW-BLC12 Sony NP-BX1
Battery Life (CIPA)330 shots per charge220 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 124 x 90 x 76 mm
(4.9 x 3.5 x 3.0 in)
102 x 58 x 41 mm
(4.0 x 2.3 x 1.6 in)
Camera Weight 442 g (15.6 oz) 299 g (10.5 oz)
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