Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic ZS50

The following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic ZS50, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty similar but the G1 (Four Thirds) and ZS50 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was released 7 years prior to the ZS50 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G1 scores against the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G1 has outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic ZS50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 vs the ZS50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and ZS50 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and ZS50.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G1 provides the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier. The more aged G1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.