Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic GH1

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic GH1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ60 (16MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the FZ60 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ60 was brought out 3 years after the GH1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ60 grades versus the GH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic GH1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ60 and the GH1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and GH1 is 68 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ60 and GH1.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ60 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ60 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent FZ60 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.