Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic GF1

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic GF1, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and GF1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ1000 was brought out 4 years later than the GF1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ1000 scores versus the GF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ1000 enjoys outside measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ1000 versus the GF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and GF1 is 55 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ1000 and GF1.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 will give you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger FZ1000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.