Panasonic GF1 vs Sony RX10

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF1 vs Sony RX10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and RX10 (1") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the RX10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GF1 grades vs the RX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF1 has 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) whilst the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF1 vs Sony RX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the GF1 versus the RX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and RX10 is 85 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and RX10.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF1 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX10 will provide greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged GF1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.