Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GX1

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ150 was launched 2 months after the GX1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FZ150 scores versus the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ150 compared to the GX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and GX1 is 67 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and GX1.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ150 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GX1 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.