Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic ZS1

Below is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic ZS1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the G2 (Four Thirds) and ZS1 (1/2.5") offer different sensor size.

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The G2 was released 15 months later than the ZS1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G2 scores versus the ZS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G2 versus the ZS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and ZS1 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G2 and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G2 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic G2 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger G2 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.