Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic ZS20

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic ZS20, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and ZS20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF1 was released 3 years prior to the ZS20 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GF1 scores against the ZS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF1 provides external dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GF1 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GF1 vs the ZS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and ZS20 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and ZS20.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF1 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS20 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GF1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.