Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic ZS25

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic G1 and Panasonic ZS25, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and ZS25 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 was released 5 years prior to the ZS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G1 grades vs the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G1 features physical dimensions 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 ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G1 and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G1 versus the ZS25.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and ZS25 is 82 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and ZS25.

All in all, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS25 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be behind in sensor tech.