Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GF8

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GF8, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The FZ150 was introduced 4 years earlier than the GF8 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the FZ150 grades versus the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 features external dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ150 versus the GF8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and GF8 is 67 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and GF8.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ150 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GF8 will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older FZ150 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.