Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic GX1

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the FZ300 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ300 was introduced 3 years later than the GX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ300 grades versus the GX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ300 has exterior measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ300 and the GX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and GX1 is 59 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and GX1.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ300 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GX1 will render more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer FZ300 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.