- 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
- 10.0 megapixels
- 26.00mm - 520.00mm (35mm eq.)
- Go in depth with our full Olympus SP-565UZ Review.
- 4/3 224.9mm2
- 12.1 megapixels
- Go in depth with our full Panasonic GF2 Review.
- See real-world photos taken with the GF2.
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Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website | Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: |
Panasonic GF1
GF1 vs GF2 |
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Successor: |
Panasonic GF3
GF2 vs GF3 |
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General | ||
Model Number: | SP-565UZ | GF2 |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | EVF | Compact System Camera |
Currently Manufactured: | No | No |
Retail Price: | $399.99 | $699.95 |
Street Price: | $616.68 | |
Date Available: | 2008-10-15 | 2011-01-15 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: | 13.2 oz (373 g) |
12.9 oz
(367 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
Size: |
4.6 x
3.3 x
3.2 in. (116 x 83 x 81 mm) |
4.4 x
2.7 x
1.3 in. (113 x 68 x 33 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CCD | Live MOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | Panasonic | |
Effective Megapixels: | 10.0 | 12.1 |
Sensor Format: | 1/2.33 inch | 4/3 |
Sensor size: | 28.198mm2 (6.13mm x 4.6mm) | 224.9mm2 (17.30mm x 13.00mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 1.68 microns | 4.33 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | n/a | 2.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 4:3, 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | |
Self-Cleaning: | No | Yes |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | Yes | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 30 | 54 |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 18.7 | 21.2 |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 10.1 | 10.3 |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 68 | 506 |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
3648 x 2736
(10.0 MP,
4:3), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 2304 x 1728 (4.0 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1280 x 960 (1.2 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
4000 x 3000
(12.0 MP,
4:3), 4000 x 2672 (10.7 MP, 3:2), 4000 x 2248 (9.0 MP, 16:9), 2816 x 2112 (5.9 MP, 4:3), 2816 x 1880 (5.3 MP, 3:2), 2816 x 1584 (4.5 MP, 16:9), 2992 x 2992 (9.0 MP, 1:1), 2112 x 2112 (4.5 MP, 1:1), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1360 (2.8 MP, Other), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1504 x 1504 (2.3 MP, 1:1), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1064 (1.7 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 904 (1.4 MP, Other), 1440 x 1440 (2.1 MP, 1:1) |
Image File Format: | JPEG | JPEG (EXIF v2.3), MPO, RAW, RAW+JPEG |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | n/a | 2.6 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | Yes | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
640x480 (30/15)
320x240 (30/15) |
1920x1080 (60i/50i)
1280x720 (60p/60p) 848x480 (30) 640x480 (30) 320x240 (30) |
Movie File Format: | AVI Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | Yes |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | No | |
HD Video Out: | No | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | n/a | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens: | Olympus ED lens, 14 Lenses in 11 Groups, 4 Aspherical Lenses, 2 ED Lenses | Panasonic 14mm f/2.5 ASPH LUMIX G, 6 elements in 5 groups, including 3 aspherical lenses |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 26 - 520mm | 28mm |
Focal Length (actual): | 4.6 - 92mm | 14mm |
Zoom Ratio: | 20.00x | 1.00x |
Aperture Range: | f/2.8 (wide) / f/4.5 (tele) - f/8.0 | f/2.5 - f/22 |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
10 cm to Infinity 3.9 in to Infinity |
18 cm to Infinity 7.1 in to Infinity |
Macro Focus Range: |
1 cm to Infinity 0.4 in to Infinity |
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Filter Thread: | n/a | 46.0mm |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | No |
Digital Zoom: | Yes | Yes |
Digital Zoom Values: | 5x | Up to 4x |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | CCD contrast detection | Contrast detection with Face detect, AF tracking, 23-area, 1 area, Touch |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | EVF / LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | EVF type with Dioptic Correction | Optional EVF mounted in flash hotshoe |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | ||
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | ||
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | No |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 2.5 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 230,000 dots | 460,000 dots |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | |
Selfie Screen: | No | |
Max Playback Zoom: | 10.0x | 16.0x |
Top Deck Display: | No | |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | ||
Minimum ISO (native): | ||
ISO Settings: | Auto, High Auto, 65, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400* (*5-megapixels) | Auto, 100-6400; Intelligent ISO |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | iESP2 Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, One-Touch | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, Flash, White Set 1, White Set 2, Color Temperature Setting |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/2000 - 15 sec | 1/4000 - 60 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | No |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | Digital ESP, Spot, Center-Weighted, Face Detection (w/ Face Detection AF) | 144-zone Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | Portrait, Landscape, Landscape+Portrait, Sport, Night, Night+Portrait, Indoor, Candle, Self Portrait, Available Light Portrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Multi-firework, Cuisine, Behind Glass, Documents, Auction, Shoot & Select1/2, Smile Shot, Beach, Snow, Bird Watching, Pre-Capture Movie, Quick Shutter | Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Architecture, Sports, Peripheral Defocus, Flower, Food, Objects,,Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Illiminatioms, Baby 1, 2, Pet, Party, Sunset |
Self Timer: | 12 seconds seconds | 2, 10, 10 (3) seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | ||
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | Yes |
Flash Modes: | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Fill-in + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro1, Slow1 + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro 2, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | 6.0 m / 19.7 ft. |
Flash Range Description: | Wide: 0.98 - 21ft (0.3 - 6.4m); Tele: 3.9 - 13.1ft. (1.2 - 4m) at ISO 400 | Lens dependent |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/160 | |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | ||
External Flash Connection: | Wireless | Hot Shoe |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | ||
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | xD | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | ||
Other Memory: | microSD (MASD-1 is required) | |
Dual Card Slots: | No | No |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | RAW, RAW+JPEG | |
Movie File Format: | AVI Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Included Memory: | 48.0 MB | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | Internal | |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed |
PictBridge Compliant: | No | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | No | Yes |
Remote Control: | No | |
Remote Control Type: | ||
Connections (extended): | Multi-Terminal (USB Connector, Audio/Video Output), DC Input | Mini HDMI (Type C) |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.72 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.71 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 7 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | ||
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 2.6 | |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | Unlimited | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | ||
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | ||
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.34 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.089 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.69 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.074 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | Full AF lag, 23-area AF: 0.348s | |
Startup Time: | 1.0 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.7 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 5.6 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 410 shots (NiMH AA) | 320 shots |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | ||
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | 4 x AA | Proprietary 7.2v 1010mAh |
Usable Battery Types: | Alkaline, Lithium disposables; NiMH rechargeables | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 4 x AA disposables | 1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | No | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | ||
Internal Charging Supported: | ||
Software | ||
Included Software: | OLYMPUS Master 2 Software CD-ROM | PhotofunStudio 6.0 HD, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, Super LoiloScope (trial), USB Driver |
OS Compatibility: | Windows 2000PRO/XP/VISTA, Mac OS X 10.3 - 10.5 | Windows, Mac OS |
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | Dual Image Stabilization, Shadow Adjustment Technology, Perfect Shot Preview, Face Detection, High-Speed Sequential Shooting and Pre-Capture. | Most compact CSC from Panasonic yet; 460K-dot touch-screen LCD, 1920x1080@60i and 1280x720@60p HD movies. Available in black, silver, white, and red models with the following kit options: DMC-GF2C 14mm F2.5 Lens Kit and DMC-GF2K 14-42mm Zoom Lens Kit. |