Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic G1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the G1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the FS15 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FS15 was released around the same time to the G1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FS15 matches up against the G1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic G1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FS15 compared to the G1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and G1 is 95 and 82 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and G1.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The FS15 provides the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field tougher.