The competition
Images: Panasonic Lumix G2, Sony Alpha 55
The most obvious Micro Four Thirds competitor for the GH2 has to be Panasonic’s own Lumix DMC-G2. Both cameras have a very similar build and handling, but the G2 has a lower 12.3-million-pixel sensor, lower-resolution EVF and more limited video capture options. The more compact GF2 is also a good choice, and is similar to the G2 but does not feature a built-in EVF.
If video capture is a major requirement, the Sony Alpha 55 (or Alpha 33) may be a good choice. Their translucent mirror technology allows phase-detection AF to take place in video capture for fast and smooth focusing. The Alpha 55 also features a 16.2MP APS-C-size sensor, but in a larger body.
