Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic GF1

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic GF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty close but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ28 was announced 9 months prior to the GF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FZ28 scores against the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ28 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has sizing of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ28 vs the GF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and GF1 is 72 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ28 and GF1.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FZ28 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GF1 will render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be behind in sensor technology.