Panasonic GH1 vs Panasonic GX8

The following is a complete overview of the Panasonic GH1 vs Panasonic GX8, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The GH1 was unveiled 7 years prior to the GX8 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GH1 grades versus the GX8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH1 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GH1 against the GX8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH1 and GX8 is 81 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GH1 and GX8.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic GX8 to offer you extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged GH1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.