The G2 is a premium AF rangefinder with interchangeable lenses with several improvements over the groundbreaking G1. Combining much of the flexibility of an SLR with the portability of a rangefinder, it uses all seven exceptional Carl Zeiss lenses. A zooming viewfinder provides an appropriate view for the installed lens. The G2 becomes the flagship camera in a professional line that continues to grow.
Compatible with seven exceptional G-mount lenses ranging from 16 to 90mm, including a 35-70mm zoom lens
Small distance between the film plane and the lens mount allows for superior wideangle performance with lowered distortion than comparable professional SLR lenses of the same focal lengths
Quiet autofocus and shutter operation
Extended baseline on a hybrid autofocus system
Improved manual focus wheel feel & location
Larger, brighter viewfinder than the G1 which presents parallax correction more clearly