Panasonic GH1 vs Pentax VS20

Let's look closer at the Panasonic GH1 versus Pentax VS20, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and VS20 (16MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and VS20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH1 was revealed 3 years earlier than the VS20 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the GH1 scores versus the VS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GH1 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH1 has outer measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GH1 versus Pentax VS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GH1 and the VS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH1 and VS20 is 81 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH1 and VS20.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH1 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax VS20 will give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged GH1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.