Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic ZS1

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic ZS1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and ZS1 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was announced 8 years after the ZS1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G9 grades vs the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 offers external dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 vs the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and ZS1 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and ZS1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will offer you more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent G9 will have an edge in sensor innovation.