Panasonic's ultra-compact MFT camera with touchscreen — one of the smallest interchangeable-lens cameras of its era.
The Panasonic Lumix GF2 was released in 2011 as a compact entry-level Micro Four Thirds mirrorless body, featuring a 12.1MP Live MOS sensor in a slim, pocketable design. Maximum burst is approximately 3fps. 1080i/60fps AVCHD video. No built-in electronic viewfinder — EVF is an optional accessory (DMW-LVF1). DMW-BLD10 battery. Approximately 265g body only.
12.1MP MFT Live MOS sensor. Approximately 3fps burst. 1080i/60fps AVCHD video. No built-in EVF — optional LVF1 accessory attaches via hot shoe. DMW-BLD10 battery. Body weight approximately 265g without battery. 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD. WiFi not built-in. Single SD card slot.
The GF2 targets the compact interchangeable-lens market: MFT sensor image quality in a body approaching compact camera dimensions. The lack of built-in EVF and modest 3fps burst reflect the entry-level positioning. The touchscreen-primary interface (most functions accessed via touch) anticipates the touchscreen-only design trend of later compact MFT bodies. The DMW-BLD10 battery is specific to the GF2/GF3/G3 bodies.
On the used market the Panasonic GF2 is very affordable as a vintage compact MFT mirrorless. Condition checks: touchscreen responsiveness, DMW-BLD10 battery health (specific to GF2/GF3/G3 — not shared with later DMW-BLC12 or BLG10 bodies), and single SD slot. No built-in EVF. Compatible with all Micro Four Thirds lenses from Panasonic, Olympus, and OM System.