Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic G1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FZ200 versus Panasonic G1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the G1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FZ200 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ200 was revealed 3 years later than the G1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ200 scores against the G1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 offers outer measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FZ200 against the G1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and G1 is 65 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and G1.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The FZ200 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more recent FZ200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.