Panasonic GH1 vs Panasonic SZ8

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic GH1 and Panasonic SZ8, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and SZ8 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The GH1 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the SZ8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GH1 grades versus the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH1 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH1 and Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GH1 vs the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GH1 and SZ8 is 81 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GH1 and SZ8.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GH1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic SZ8 will show more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GH1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.