Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GF1

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is very well matched but the FX580 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The FX580 was released 8 months before the GF1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FX580 matches up vs the GF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 comes with external measurements 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 GF1 has sizing of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FX580 against the GF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and GF1 is 95 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and GF1.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor measurements. The FX580 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The older FX580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.