Panasonic GH1 vs Panasonic ZS50

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH1 versus Panasonic ZS50, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the GH1 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very well matched but the GH1 (Four Thirds) and ZS50 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH1 was unveiled 6 years prior to the ZS50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GH1 matches up against the ZS50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH1 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the GH1 versus the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GH1 and ZS50 is 81 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GH1 and ZS50.

Plainly, both cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The GH1 features the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh easier. The older GH1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.