Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic SZ1

Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic G1 versus Panasonic SZ1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and SZ1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G1 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SZ1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G1 matches up against the SZ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G1 and the SZ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and SZ1 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and SZ1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic SZ1 will render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be behind in sensor innovation.