Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic ZS10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The GF1 was introduced 15 months earlier than the ZS10 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the GF1 grades versus the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF1 offers 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) while the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic ZS10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GF1 compared to the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and ZS10 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF1 and ZS10.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS10 will result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged GF1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.