Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic G1

The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic G1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the FZ60 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the FZ60 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ60 was introduced 3 years after the G1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FZ60 matches up versus the G1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ60 enjoys outside measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G1 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic G1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ60 against the G1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and G1 is 68 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and G1.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ60 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ60 will render extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FZ60 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.