Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic LF1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic LF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively close but the FZ200 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ200 was brought out 16 months earlier than the LF1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FZ200 grades against the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 has physical dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ200 vs the LF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and LF1 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ200 and LF1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FZ200 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging. The more aged FZ200 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.