Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic GH1

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic GH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FZ200 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ200 was unveiled 3 years after the GH1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FZ200 scores vs the GH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with external dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ200 against the GH1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and GH1 is 65 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ200 and GH1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FZ200 features the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF harder. The newer FZ200 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.