Canon G15 vs Panasonic LF1

Following is a extensive review of the Canon G15 vs Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/1.7").

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The G15 was announced 14 months earlier than the LF1 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G15 scores versus the LF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G15 features external dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the G15 compared to the LF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G15 and LF1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G15 and LF1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images but you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged G15 is going to be behind in sensor technology.