Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic L1

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic L1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and L1 (7MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and L1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

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The FZ150 was announced 5 years after the L1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FZ150 scores versus the L1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic L1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ150 and the L1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and L1 is 67 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and L1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ150 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic FZ150 will offer you more detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer FZ150 should have an edge in sensor technology.