Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic TS4

Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF1 was launched 3 years before the TS4 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GF1 grades against the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF1 offers outside dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the GF1 compared to the TS4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and TS4 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF1 and TS4.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The GF1 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged GF1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.