Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic FZ150

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ1000 and Panasonic FZ150, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and FZ150 (12MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and FZ150 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was revealed 2 years later than the FZ150 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ1000 grades versus the FZ150 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 provides outside dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ1000 versus the FZ150.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and FZ150 is 55 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and FZ150.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will render extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger FZ1000 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.