Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic ZS70

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G1 versus Panasonic ZS70, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and ZS70 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The G1 was revealed 9 years before the ZS70 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G1 matches up versus the ZS70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 provides external 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) while the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the G1 vs the ZS70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and ZS70 is 82 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and ZS70.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G1 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS70 will give extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.