Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GH1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic GH1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is fairly close but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FZ150 was revealed 2 years later than the GH1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the FZ150 matches up against the GH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ150 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ150 compared to the GH1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and GH1 is 67 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and GH1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor sizing. The FZ150 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The more recent FZ150 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.