Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic LF1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic LF1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the FS12 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was announced 5 years earlier than the LF1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FS12 matches up vs the LF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 offers external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FS12 versus the LF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and LF1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The FS12 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The older FS12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.