Leica SL vs Panasonic G1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Leica SL and Panasonic G1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SL (24MP) and G1 (12MP) and the SL (Full frame) and G1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SL was introduced 6 years after the G1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SL scores vs the G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica SL and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica SL Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica SL provides external measurements of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Contrast the Leica SL and Panasonic G1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SL and the G1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SL and G1 is 67 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SL and G1.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica SL will provide you with extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SL will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.