Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GH1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GH1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FX75 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX75 was brought out 11 months later than the GH1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX75 grades against the GH1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 enjoys outer dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FX75 against the GH1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and GH1 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and GH1.

Plainly, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX75 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FX75 will produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger FX75 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.