Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF1

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF1, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and GF1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.

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The FZ2500 was brought out 7 years after the GF1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ2500 matches up against the GF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ2500 has outside dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") and a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ2500 vs the GF1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ2500 and GF1 is 53 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ2500 and GF1.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ2500 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ2500 will give you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger FZ2500 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.