Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic GF1

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic GF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and GF1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS30EXR was launched 2 years later than the GF1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR scores against the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has got exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has specifications of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR compared to the GF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and GF1 is 59 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and GF1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS30EXR because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm HS30EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.