Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1
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Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Newer Model is Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Released July 2009
- Newer Model is Panasonic GH2
Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FZ100 was unveiled 13 months after the GH1 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FZ100 matches up vs the GH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ100 over the Panasonic GH1
FZ100 | GH1 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | July 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Panasonic FZ100
GH1 | FZ100 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic GH1
FZ100 | GH1 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 offers outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ100 compared to the GH1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and GH1 is 67 and 81 respectively.
Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and GH1.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ100 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ100 will provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent FZ100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2009-07-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 10.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD | AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lbs) | 385g (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $500 | $949 |