Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic ZS1

Below is a thorough review of the Panasonic G1 and Panasonic ZS1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is very similar but the G1 (Four Thirds) and ZS1 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor size.

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The G1 was revealed 3 months before the ZS1 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G1 scores versus the ZS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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If you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the G1 against the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and ZS1 is 82 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and ZS1.

Clearly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G1 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic G1 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.