Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GX1

Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and GX1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FS42 was unveiled 3 years before the GX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FS42 matches up vs the GX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS42 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the FS42 vs the GX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and GX1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS42 and GX1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FS42 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic GX1 will produce greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FS42 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.