Panasonic GH4 vs Panasonic LF1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic GH4 and Panasonic LF1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the GH4 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the GH4 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") use different sensor dimensions.

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The GH4 was released 3 months after the LF1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GH4 matches up versus the LF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH4 provides external dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GH4 and Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GH4 versus the LF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GH4 and LF1 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH4 and LF1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH4 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GH4 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively.