Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic TS1

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The GF7 was manufactured 6 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the GF7 matches up against the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 features external dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GF7 against the TS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and TS1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GF7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GF7 will offer more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher GF7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.