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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 front
Portability
82
Imaging
47
Features
50
Overall
48

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs

Panasonic FX580
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
Panasonic G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Later Model is Panasonic G2
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic G1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the G1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the FX580 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.

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The FX580 was introduced very close to the G1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX580 matches up vs the G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic G1

 FX580 G1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Panasonic FX580

 G1 FX580 
Manual focus More precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic G1

 FX580 G1 
ReleasedJanuary 2009January 2009Similar age
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FX580 compared to the G1.

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and G1 is 95 and 82 respectively.

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and G1.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The FX580 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging.

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic G1 Portrait photography advice
26
offers face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
58
manual focus
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Street photography highlights
Panasonic G1 Street photography highlights
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
72
fully articulated screen
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic FX580
Sports photography with Panasonic G1
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
33
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FX580
Travel photography with Panasonic G1
58
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
62
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic G1 Landscape photography highlights
37
relatively wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
58
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FX580 Vlogging factors
Panasonic G1 Vlogging factors
31
relatively wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
18
no video shooting
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic G1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2009-01-27 2009-01-19
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Micro Four Thirds
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Total lenses - 107
Crop factor 5.9 2.1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.00 m 10.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 167 gr (0.37 lbs) 360 gr (0.79 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 53
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.3
DXO Low light score not tested 463
Other
Battery life - 330 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $499 $0