Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic SZ1

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic SZ1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and SZ1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G10 was released 17 months prior to the SZ1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G10 scores against the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G10 vs the SZ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and SZ1 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and SZ1.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G10 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic SZ1 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older G10 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.