Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic GX850

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF1 and Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The GF1 was brought out 8 years prior to the GX850 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GF1 scores versus the GX850 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF1 comes with outer dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF1 and Panasonic GX850 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GF1 vs the GX850.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and GX850 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and GX850.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic GX850 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older GF1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.