Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic GX850

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic G1 versus Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The G1 was revealed 9 years prior to the GX850 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G1 grades vs the GX850 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G1 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic GX850 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G1 vs the GX850.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and GX850 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 and GX850.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic GX850 to offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.