Panasonic GH1 vs Panasonic TS4

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic GH1 and Panasonic TS4, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH1 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very similar but the GH1 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH1 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TS4 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the GH1 matches up vs the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH1 comes with exterior 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 TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH1 and Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the GH1 vs the TS4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH1 and TS4 is 81 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH1 and TS4.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The GH1 uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The more aged GH1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.